Halloween Monster Mozzarella Wraps (Print View)

Cheesy mozzarella wrapped in pastry, baked golden and decorated for a festive, spooky treat.

# Components:

→ Dairy Essentials

01 - 12 ounces mozzarella cheese sticks

→ Pastry Component

02 - 1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough

→ Binding and Finish

03 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

→ Decorative Elements

04 - 24 sliced black olives or 24 small edible candy eyes

→ Optional Accompaniment

05 - 2 tablespoons ketchup or marinara sauce, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the pizza or crescent dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cut into 12 uniform strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide.
03 - Wrap each mozzarella stick with a single dough strip, ensuring slight overlaps to mimic 'monster' bandages. Pinch ends securely to seal. Place the wrapped sticks seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush each wrapped stick lightly with the beaten egg for a golden-brown finish during baking.
05 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the dough achieves a deep golden hue and is thoroughly cooked.
06 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. While still warm, position olive slices or candy eyes at one end of each wrap to create the 'monster' eyes. Gently press olives into the cheese; use a small amount of ketchup as adhesive for candy eyes if needed.
07 - Present warm, accompanied by ketchup or marinara sauce for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect project to make with kids for Halloween celebrations
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely already have
  • Customizable with different eyes and decorations
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving
02 -
  • These wraps must be served warm for the best cheese pull effect
  • The recipe easily doubles or triples for larger parties
  • Can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and baked just before serving
  • Perfect finger food that requires no utensils
  • Great for both kids and adults
03 -
  • Make sure to completely seal the ends of each wrap by pinching the dough firmly.
  • If your wraps are browning too quickly but the dough isn't fully cooked, loosely cover them with foil for the remaining baking time.
  • For extra crispy wraps, lightly spray the tops with cooking oil before applying the egg wash.

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