Monster Eyeball Pizza (Printer-Friendly Version)
Delightfully spooky pizza with gooey mozzarella and black olive eyeballs, perfect for Halloween or fun gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 -
1 ball store-bought pizza dough (approx. 340 g)
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Olive oil for brushing (approx. 15 ml)
→ Sauce
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120 ml marinara sauce
→ Cheese
04 -
170 g shredded mozzarella cheese
05 -
6 mozzarella bocconcini balls (approximately 20 g each)
→ Toppings
06 -
6 pitted black olive slices
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Set the oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or heavy baking sheet on the middle rack to heat thoroughly.
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On parchment paper, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) diameter circle. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil for added crispness.
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Spread 120 ml of marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch (1.3 cm) border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella generously over the sauce to cover completely.
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Place six mozzarella bocconcini balls evenly across the pizza. Top each with a black olive slice, pressing gently to secure and create an eyeball effect.
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Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
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Allow the pizza to rest for one minute after baking. Slice and serve immediately to enjoy the gooey 'eyeballs' and crisp crust.
# Additional Tips:
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For a crisper crust, ensure the pizza stone or baking sheet is fully preheated. Pat mozzarella and olives dry to prevent excess moisture and soggy centers.
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Chilling mozzarella bocconcini before assembly helps maintain their shape while baking.
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After baking, brush extra marinara sauce around the olive slices for a dramatic 'bloodshot eye' appearance.