Description
Delight in the essence of autumn with these Flavorful Pizza Pumpkins. These charming mini pumpkins are stuffed with a savory mixture of Italian sausage, melty mozzarella, and fresh vegetables, creating a comforting dish perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. As they bake, your home fills with irresistible aromas that evoke warm family moments and festive celebrations. Savor each bite of this unique pizza twist served in an edible pumpkin vessel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 mini pumpkins (about 6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz ground Italian sausage (or turkey/vegetarian sausage)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice off the tops of mini pumpkins and scoop out seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown Italian sausage for 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add diced bell peppers to the skillet and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in pizza sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese until combined.
- Stuff each pumpkin with the filling; top with remaining mozzarella and basil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until pumpkins are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mini pumpkin (around 275g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg