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Spooky Mozzarella Cheese Skulls

A fun and whimsical Halloween treat that combines delicious mozzarella cheese with spooky skull shapes, perfect for gatherings and family bonding.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb mozzarella cheese Slice into thick slabs for skull shapes.
  • 1 cup black olives Sliced in half for the skull's eyes.
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes Optional, for additional color.
  • Tortilla chips Tortilla chips for serving To accompany the cheese skulls.
Seasonings
  • to taste Various seasoning blends Italian herbs or garlic powder.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the mozzarella cheese into thick slabs, about 1/2 inch wide.
  2. Using a cookie cutter or knife, cut the sliced mozzarella into skull shapes.
Assembly
  1. For eyes, place halved black olives on the skulls and use sun-dried tomatoes for smiles.
  2. Sprinkle the mozzarella skulls with seasoning blends for added flavor.
Baking
  1. Transfer the cheese skulls to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake at 350°F for about 10-12 minutes, until slightly melty.
Serving
  1. Arrange the skulls on a platter with tortilla chips for serving.
  2. Optional: Add a sign saying 'Happily Haunted' for decoration.

Notes

If short on time, consider using pre-shaped mozzarella. Can be served with tomato soup for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.