Bloody Mozzarella Eyeballs
A spooky culinary treat featuring creamy mozzarella balls adorned with black olives and drenched in rich marinara sauce, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 10 black olives
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Drain and pat dry the mozzarella balls.
- Slice the olives in half to create pupils.
- Create the eyeballs by placing an olive half on each mozzarella ball.
- Prepare the marinara sauce by warming it over medium heat.
- Assemble the dish by pouring marinara in a serving dish and placing the eyeballs on top.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread.
Notes
For variations, consider adding jalapeños for spice or using vegan cheese for a plant-based option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Halloween, mozzarella, appetizer, spooky food, party food