Halloween Ghost Pizza

Halloween ghost pizza came to life in my kitchen one October afternoon when I wanted to surprise my niece and nephew with something fun for dinner and I didn’t want to serve just plain pizza so I grabbed my ghost-shaped cookie cutter and used it on slices of mozzarella and their little eyes lit up when they saw spooky ghosts “haunting” their dinner. It turned into such a hit that I’ve made it every Halloween since and now it’s a tradition we all look forward to.

The best part is how easy it is to throw together while still being festive and fun and it’s one of those recipes where the kids love helping out too and I always let them place the olive eyes on the ghosts. It’s equal parts cute, cheesy, and delicious—the ultimate Halloween dinner win!

Ingredients

Here’s what I use for this recipe. You can always make substitutions if you prefer!

• Pizza dough – The perfect base for building all your spooky toppings.
• Tomato sauce – Rich, savory base that gives the pizza its classic flavor.
• Mozzarella cheese – Sliced and cut into ghost shapes for the spooky centerpiece.
• Black olives – Used for ghost eyes and mouths.
• Olive oil – Brushed over the crust for a golden finish.
• Italian seasoning – Adds flavor and herby goodness.
• Fresh basil or parsley – Optional garnish to brighten everything up.

Tools You’ll Need

• Baking sheet or pizza stone – I use this to bake the pizza evenly and get a crisp bottom.
• Rolling pin – Helps roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
• Ghost cookie cutter – Essential for those cute cheese ghosts!
• Sharp knife – Handy for slicing olives and prepping toppings.
• Pastry brush – Perfect for brushing the crust with olive oil.
• Oven – Preheated and ready to melt everything perfectly.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

I start by preheating the oven to 475°F (245°C) so the crust gets nice and golden while the cheese melts evenly.

Step 2: Roll Out the Dough

I lightly flour my surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 10-12 inch circle or oval, then transfer it onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.

Step 3: Add the Sauce

Using the back of a spoon, I spread an even layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving about ½ inch around the edges for the crust.

Step 4: Cut the Ghosts

While the oven heats, I slice mozzarella cheese about ¼-inch thick and use a small ghost-shaped cookie cutter to create the little ghosts. I cut small pieces of black olive to make tiny eyes and mouths and gently press them into the cheese.

Step 5: Assemble the Pizza

I arrange the ghost mozzarella slices over the sauce, spacing them out so they don’t melt into each other. I brush the crust edges lightly with olive oil and sprinkle everything with Italian seasoning.

Step 6: Bake to Perfection

I bake the pizza for about 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese ghosts have melted just slightly but still hold their shape.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

After removing it from the oven, I sprinkle fresh parsley or basil over the top and let it cool for a minute before slicing into spooky pieces!

Tips

I like using fresh mozzarella for smoother melting, but sliced mozzarella works great too. If you want to switch it up, try using mini pepperoni as little mouths or add red pepper flakes for a grown-up spicy twist. You can even use naan or pre-baked crusts to speed things up.

Ways to Serve

As a spooky centerpiece for your Halloween party table

Cut into smaller slices for kid-friendly appetizers

Served alongside a cauldron of tomato soup

Paired with Halloween punch or themed drinks

As a festive lunchbox surprise for kids in October

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Halloween Ghost Pizza ahead of time?

Yes! You can prep the dough and cheese ghosts ahead and just assemble before baking.

Do I need a ghost cookie cutter for Halloween Ghost Pizza?

It helps, but you can also use a knife to cut ghost shapes freehand—it still looks adorable!

What’s the best cheese for Halloween Ghost Pizza?

Mozzarella is best because it melts well and stays white, perfect for ghost shapes!

See You in the Kitchen

I hope you have fun making this Halloween Ghost Pizza—it’s festive, flavorful, and always brings smiles to the table. Whether you’re cooking for kids, hosting a party, or just want to get into the spooky spirit, this is a delicious and creative way to do it. Let me know how your ghost pizza turns out—I’d love to see your spooky creations!

Happy Cooking!

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