Monster Eyeball Pizza (Printer-Friendly)
A spooky pizza with mozzarella spheres and olive slices, ideal for festive occasions or family fun.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dough
01 -
1 ball store-bought pizza dough (approx. 300 g)
→ Sauce
02 -
120 ml marinara sauce
→ Cheese
03 -
170 g shredded mozzarella cheese
04 -
6 mozzarella bocconcini (small mozzarella balls)
→ Toppings
05 -
6 black olive slices, pitted
→ Finishing
06 -
Olive oil for brushing
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or a heavy baking sheet inside to heat thoroughly.
02 -
Roll or stretch the pizza dough onto parchment paper until it reaches approximately 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil to promote a crisp crust.
03 -
Evenly spread marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1.3 cm border. Generously cover with shredded mozzarella to create a uniform cheese layer.
04 -
Space the small mozzarella balls evenly on the pizza surface and press gently to anchor. Top each with one black olive slice, pressing slightly to resemble eyeballs.
05 -
Slide the parchment paper with assembled toppings onto the preheated stone or sheet. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and melted.
06 -
Allow the pizza to cool for 1 minute before slicing to maintain structure. Serve immediately to showcase the melted mozzarella 'eyeballs.'
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
For a crispier crust, preheat the oven with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet. Drain and pat dry mozzarella and olives to avoid sogginess. Chill mozzarella bocconcini before baking to help maintain shape.