Can I use natural food coloring instead of black gel?

Absolutely! Though your crust won’t be pitch black, mix 2 tbsp activated charcoal (food-grade!) with your dough—or get creative with beet juice for a deep purple shade. My niece once used spinach puree for an eerie green base that looked great with olive spiders! Just note: natural dyes bake lighter, so go heavier than you think.

How can I make this Halloween pizza gluten-free?

Easy! I often use ready-made gluten-free dough from gluten-free meal delivery services (they’re lifesavers during hectic weeks). Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 flour works great for homemade versions too—just add the black dye slowly since GF dough behaves differently. P.S. Gluten-free crusts bake faster, so check at 10 minutes!

Can I freeze my Halloween pizza before baking?

Yes—and it’s a genius meal planning hack! Prepare your spooky pizza up through topping it, then freeze uncovered until solid (about 2 hours) before wrapping tightly. Bake straight from frozen, adding 3-5 extra minutes. Perfect for when you’re prepping multiple Halloween party foods!

Spooky Halloween Pizza Recipe Kids Will Devour in 30 Minutes

Name: Spooky Halloween Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pre-made pizza dough; 1/2 cup black food coloring; 1 cup marinara sauce; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup sliced black olives; 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

Spooky Halloween Pizza

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A fun and festive Halloween pizza with a black crust and bloody marinara sauce, perfect for parties.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Total Time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Party Food
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 pre-made pizza dough
1/2 cup black food coloring
1 cup marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Mix black food coloring into the pizza dough until evenly colored.
Roll out the dough into a round or pumpkin shape.
Spread marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Arrange black olives, red bell pepper, and mushrooms to create spooky designs.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is crispy and cheese is melted.

Notes

Use cookie cutters to shape toppings like ghosts or bats.
Let kids decorate their own slices for extra fun.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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