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Three Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs appetizers on a white plate, perfect for Halloween.

Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs

A fun and easy appetizer shaped like eyeballs, perfect for Halloween or themed parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 eyeballs
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eyeballs
  • 12 Small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) drained
  • 12 Slices of salami cut into small rounds
  • 24 Black olives pitted and halved
  • 24 Small pieces of red bell pepper for veins
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Marinara sauce warmed, for dipping

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the mozzarella balls on the prepared baking sheet. Top each mozzarella ball with a round of salami.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the mozzarella is slightly softened and the salami is lightly crisped.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Gently press one half of a black olive into the top of each salami-covered mozzarella ball to create the pupil.
  5. Use small pieces of red bell pepper to create vein details on the mozzarella, if desired.
  6. Serve immediately with warmed marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can use different sizes of mozzarella and salami to create varied eyeball sizes. For a spicier version, add a tiny slice of jalapeño under the olive.

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