Daily menu, October 28: spooky Halloween pizzas, a monster burger and apple chocolate fudge

Wednesday 28 October 2026 15:00 - Juliette Hess
Daily menu, October 28: spooky Halloween pizzas, a monster burger and apple chocolate fudge

Bring a little Halloween mischief to the table on October 28 with a menu that turns familiar favourites into a playful feast. It begins with Halloween pizza mummies, crisp puff pastry topped with tomato sauce, cheese and olive details, then moves on to a monster burger dressed up with a squid-ink bun and fun, savoury features.

For dessert, chocolate and apple fudge keeps things wonderfully simple: just fruit and dark chocolate, with no added sugar listed in the recipe. The contrast between the savoury, party-ready main course and the rich, fruity finish makes this a spirited choice for a family Halloween meal. Each dish brings its own look and texture, so the menu feels festive without relying on complicated ingredients.

Use the recipe chapters below to explore each course, then check the consolidated FAQs for practical guidance. The shopping list gathers the ingredients by recipe, making it easier to prepare this themed dinner and keep the three dishes in order.

Halloween pizza mummies: a crisp, spooky starter

These Halloween pizza mummies make a playful opening course, with puff pastry providing a crisp base for tomato sauce and grated cheese. Black olives add the finishing details that give each piece its spooky character. The ingredient list is short, making this a simple way to set a Halloween mood before the main dish. Season with salt and pepper as listed, and arrange the toppings to create the mummy look. Serve them as a fun appetizer for a family gathering or themed dinner.
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Monster burger: a halloween main dish with character

The monster burger for Halloween gives the main course a dramatic centrepiece, pairing a black squid-ink bun with a ground beef patty, tomato, salad and tomato sauce. A slice of cheddar or burger cheese forms part of the playful design, while black olives provide the eyes. Marinated red pepper is an optional extra for adding another vivid detail. This recipe brings familiar burger ingredients together in a themed presentation that can make Halloween dinner especially entertaining for children and adults alike.
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Two-ingredient apple and chocolate fudge

Finish the Halloween meal with chocolate and apple fudge, a dessert built from only two ingredients: five apples and a bar of dark chocolate. The combination offers a fruity note alongside the deep taste of chocolate, and the recipe summary highlights that it contains no added sugar. Its simple ingredient list makes it a handy option when the rest of the meal already has a playful, decorated feel. Serve it as an after-dinner treat or save a portion for a snack with the family.
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Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare the Halloween pizza mummies as an appetizer?
Yes. They are described as a Halloween appetizer and make a themed opening course.

What gives the monster burger its black colour?
The recipe uses a black squid-ink bun.

Is the red pepper required for the burger?
No. The two slices of marinated red pepper are optional.

What can I use instead of cheddar on the burger?
The ingredient list offers either a slice of cheddar or burger cheese.

How many ingredients are in the apple chocolate fudge?
Two: apples and dark chocolate.

Does the fudge recipe list added sugar?
No. The recipe summary describes it as having no added sugar.

Which ingredients create the mummy details on the pizzas?
The recipe lists grated cheese and black olives alongside puff pastry and tomato sauce for the themed pizzas.

Shopping list

Halloween pizza mummies
  • 1 puff pastry
  • 8 Tbsp tomato sauce
  • 4 Tbsp grated cheese
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 8 black olives
Monster burger for halloween
  • 1 black squid ink bun
  • 1 slice of cheddar (or burger cheese)
  • 1 ground beef patty
  • 1 slice of tomato
  • salad
  • 3 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 2 black olives
  • 2 slices of marinated red pepper, optional
Chocolate and apple fudge, the super-easy dessert you can make with just 2 ingredients!
  • 5 apples
  • 1 dark chocolate bar (7 oz)
Juliette HessJuliette Hess
I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!

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