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Witch’s Brew Pesto Pizza with eyeball mozzarella and olive toppings
Callie Brooks

Witchs Brew Pesto Pizza Recipe

A spooky twist on classic pesto pizza with rich basil flavor, bubbling cheese, and Halloween flair in every slice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 1 12-inch pizza (2–4 servings)
Course: Halloween, Pizza
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pizza dough ball 12-inch
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto
  • 6 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 1/4 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Crushed red pepper optional

Method
 

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 475°F and heat pizza stone or sheet.
  2. 2. Roll out dough into a 12-inch circle and place on parchment.
  3. 3. Spread pesto evenly over dough, leaving a crust border.
  4. 4. Add mozzarella, olives, red onion, parmesan, and drizzle with oil.
  5. 5. Bake for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
  6. 6. Let cool slightly, then slice and serve while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 2slicesCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 13gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 560mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Pat mozzarella dry to avoid soggy crust.
Use toasted pine nuts in pesto for deeper flavor.
Serve with a spooky cocktail or citrus salad for balance.

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