Description
Get ready to impress your guests with these Halloween Mozzarella Skulls! These fun and festive cheese creations are not only visually striking but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for any Halloween gathering, they add a delightful twist to your charcuterie board. Made with creamy mozzarella and garnished with savory olives and fresh herbs, these spooky bites are sure to be a hit at your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (about 8 oz)
- 2 tbsp black olive slices (for eyes)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley (finely chopped)
- Crackers or breadsticks (for serving)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth assembly process.
- Shape mozzarella balls into skulls using your hands or molds for consistency.
- Slice black olives into thin rounds and place them as eyes on each mozzarella skull.
- Garnish with finely chopped basil or parsley around the skulls on the platter.
- Arrange the mozzarella skulls among crackers or breadsticks for a balanced presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with adding dried herbs or spices to the mozzarella for extra flavor. Substitute mozzarella with provolone or gouda for varied tastes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave for 15 seconds.