Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza: A Fun Halloween Delight

Name: Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade); 1 cup tomato sauce; 2 cups vegan mozzarella cheese; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup assorted bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced; ½ cup black olives, halved; ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano

Published: September 21, 2025

by Molly white

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza is as easy to prepare as it is fun to eat
The flavor profile combines savory spices with fresh veggies, making every bite exciting
Its playful ghostly design makes it visually stunning for any occasion
Versatile enough to customize toppings according to your preferences or dietary needs!

I once made this pizza for my niece’s Halloween party, and her friends couldn’t stop giggling at the ghostly faces I created! spooktacular Halloween charcuterie boards.

Essential Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious dish:

Pizza Dough: You can use store-bought dough or make your own; either option works wonderfully.
Tomato Sauce: Opt for a rich, flavorful sauce that will complement all the toppings.
Vegan Cheese: Choose your favorite brand; I love using mozzarella-style shreds for authenticity.
Olive Oil: A drizzle adds richness and helps the crust achieve that perfect golden color.
Bell Peppers: Use assorted colors—red, yellow, and green—for a vibrant touch. For more inspiration, check out this garlic butter green beans recipe.
Olives: Black olives work great for creating spooky eyes on your ghost faces.
Fresh Basil: This herb gives freshness; chopped basil sprinkled on top elevates flavor.
Seasonings (Garlic Powder & Oregano): These enhance the sauce and dough flavors beautifully.

The full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.

Recipe preparation

Let’s Make it together

Prepare Your Dough: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature while you gather other ingredients.

Create the Sauce Base: In a bowl, mix tomato sauce with garlic powder and oregano. Spread this mixture evenly over your rolled-out pizza dough.

Add Your Cheese Layer: Generously sprinkle vegan cheese over the sauce. Don’t skimp here—ghosts need their cheesy goodness!

Design Your Ghosts: Slice bell peppers into ghost shapes using cookie cutters or by hand. spooky bell peppers recipe Place them strategically across the pizza to create your spooky scene.

Add Eyes with Olives: Use black olives cut in half for eyes on each ghost. Get creative—give them different expressions if you like!

Bake Until Golden: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy.

Now you have a Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza that’s ready to haunt your dinner table! Enjoy each slice filled with laughter and delight as you share this fun dish with friends and family. For more inspiration, check out this blueberry dessert pizza recipe.

You Must Know

This Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, too
With its playful ghostly shapes and savory flavors, it’ll be the highlight of any Halloween gathering
Perfect for impressing friends and family while keeping it cruelty-free!

Perfecting the Cooking Process

Start by prepping your pizza dough first, then assemble your toppings while the oven preheats to 475°F. This ensures everything cooks evenly and you won’t be left waiting for that delicious pizza.

Add Your Touch

Get creative with toppings! Swap out standard veggies for seasonal fall favorites like pumpkin or roasted butternut squash to give your pizza a unique twist.

Storing & Reheating

Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm for a crispy crust.

Chef's Helpful Tips

To achieve the perfect ghost shape, use cookie cutters designed for Halloween treats
Keep an eye on cheese melting; too much can hide those spooky features
For extra flavor, drizzle vegan pesto over the top right before serving!

Making this Spooky Vegan Ghost Pizza brought me so much joy when my friends couldn’t believe something so cute could be vegan. Their faces lit up as they took their first bites!