Description
These Mini Pumpkin Pizzas are a festive and delicious twist on traditional pizza, featuring a rich pumpkin puree base seasoned with Italian herbs and spices. Topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and optionally decorated with black olives and red bell peppers to create fun pumpkin faces, these bite-sized treats are perfect for autumn celebrations or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Base
- 1 package (12 pieces) mini naan bread or English muffins, halved
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced red bell peppers (optional, for pumpkin face decorations)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and prepare for baking.
- Prepare Pumpkin Sauce: In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well mixed, creating a flavorful base for the mini pizzas.
- Arrange Bases: Place the mini naan bread or English muffin halves on the lined baking sheet in a single layer, ready to be topped.
- Spread Sauce: Evenly spread a generous amount of the pumpkin sauce over each piece of naan or muffin half, ensuring full coverage.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the pumpkin sauce layers on each mini pizza.
- Decorate (Optional): Use the sliced black olives and diced red bell peppers to create festive pumpkin face designs or any fun decorations you prefer.
- Bake: Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese melts and bubbles, and the edges of the bases are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For a crispier base, toast the naan or English muffins lightly before assembling.
- Substitute mozzarella with a dairy-free cheese alternative to make it vegan-friendly.
- Adjust seasoning in the pumpkin sauce to taste, adding more garlic or Italian herbs as preferred.
- Use different toppings like sliced mushrooms or spinach for variety.
- These mini pizzas are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
