Description
Easy Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins are a delightful twist on Halloween dining, combining the festive spirit of the season with the comforting flavors of pizza. These small pumpkins are hollowed out and filled with a savory blend of Italian sausage, pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella cheese, then roasted to perfection. This dish is not only visually appealing but also provides a warm, hearty meal ideal for chilly autumn evenings. Perfect for Halloween gatherings or cozy family dinners, these stuffed pumpkins will impress guests of all ages and leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small pumpkins (4–6 inches in diameter)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked Italian sausage
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut off the tops of the pumpkins and scoop out seeds and stringy insides.
- In a bowl, mix cooked sausage, pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni until well combined.
- Stuff each pumpkin with the filling, leaving some space at the top.
- Place the pumpkins on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 30-35 minutes or until tender.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (about 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg