Hey there, friends! Are you ready to add a little spooky flair to your Halloween celebration? If you’re looking for a super easy Halloween appetizer for your party, then you’ve got to try these creepy, skewered salami mozzarella eyeballs. They’re a breeze to make and are sure to get everyone talking (and laughing!) while they nibble away. It’s the kind of fun that makes you wonder—who doesn’t want a salad of eyeballs at their spooky soirée?
Why You’ll Love This Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs
These salami mozzarella eyeballs are not just a feast for the eyes—they’re super, super easy to prepare! Seriously, you can whip them up in no time. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create something that not only looks the part but tastes great, too. I mean, what’s better than having something delicious that also adds a bit of spookiness to the table? Plus, kids love them! They get a kick out of these funky-looking bites, and you get to feel like the star of the party.
Ingredients
- Salami slices: 12 slices (for the eyeballs)
- Fresh mozzarella balls: 12 small (the eyeball itself)
- Pimento-stuffed green olives: 12 (for that creepy pupil effect)
- Skewers: 12, 6-inch (to hold everything together)
- Optional: Black olives or cherry tomatoes (for variety and decoration)
Steps
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. It’s always fun to lay everything out like you’re preparing for a cooking show—makes you feel fancy!
- Take a slice of salami and place a mozzarella ball in the center. You want to make sure it’s snug as a bug, so don’t be shy with that salami.
- Grab a green olive and pop it right on top of the mozzarella ball. Voilà! You’ve got yourself a creepy eyeball. Repeat this for all of your salami and cheese.
- Once you’ve assembled all those delightful eyeballs, it’s time to skewer them. Just slide each completed eyeball onto a skewer. They should hold up pretty well. I recommend keeping the salami on the bottom—helps with the presentation!
- If you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding a black olive or a cherry tomato on the end of the skewer. It makes for a fun burst of additional flavor.
- Arrange your skewers on a platter and watch your guests’ reactions! Don’t forget to snap a few pics to capture the fun.
Cooking Tips
Here’s a tip: If you want to speed things up even more, you can buy pre-sliced salami and fresh mozzarella. And if you have any extra salami laying around, don’t worry—there’s no such thing as too much salami! Seriously, you can use it in so many other dishes throughout the week.
FAQs
- How can I make these salami mozzarella eyeballs vegetarian?
Swap the salami for slices of cucumber or zucchini. They’ll still look great and taste refreshing! - Can I make these eyeballs ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can assemble them a few hours in advance and store them in the fridge. Just don’t add the olives until right before serving to keep them looking fresh. - What if I can’t find pimento-stuffed green olives?
Not to worry! Regular green olives work just fine—they might not have that spooky color and flavor, but they’ll still do the trick.
So there you have it! These salami mozzarella eyeballs are a fun and unique addition to your Halloween spread. They’re easy to make and a treat to share with friends and family. Now go ahead and get your creepy culinary creativity on with these adorable bites!
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Creepy and Fun Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs for Your Halloween Party
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 skewers 1x
Description
These Salami Mozzarella Eyeballs are spooky, savory, and fun! Made with just four simple ingredients, they’re perfect for Halloween parties, themed snacks, or anytime you want to creep out your guests in the tastiest way possible.
Ingredients
12 slices salami
12 small fresh mozzarella balls
12 pimento-stuffed green olives
12 skewers (6-inch)
Optional: black olives or cherry tomatoes for garnish
Instructions
1. Gather all your ingredients and lay them out for easy assembly.
2. Place one mozzarella ball in the center of each salami slice.
3. Top each mozzarella ball with a green olive, cut side facing up to look like a pupil.
4. Skewer each assembled eyeball with a 6-inch skewer, securing all components together.
5. (Optional) Add a black olive or cherry tomato to the end of each skewer for decoration.
6. Arrange finished skewers on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use toothpicks instead of full skewers for mini bites.
You can drizzle with a little olive oil and Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
These are great for make-ahead—just keep them chilled until serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: halloween appetizer, spooky snacks, salami mozzarella skewers, halloween eyeballs, party food