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Cheeseburger Skulls

Cheeseburger Skulls: Spooky Goodness for Halloween Feasts

Enjoy the creativity of Cheeseburger Skulls in your Halloween feasts, blending whimsy and flavor for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 48 minutes
Servings: 8 skulls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skull-Shaped Buns
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider using bread flour for a chewier texture.
  • 1 packet Instant Yeast Active dry yeast can also work with slightly increased water temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Honey or agave syrup can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt offers a different flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (salted) Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
  • 1 large Egg For egg-free, use a flax egg or applesauce.
For the Cheeseburgers
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Opt for turkey or plant-based substitutes if desired.
  • 8 slices Cheese (e.g., American) Vegan cheese is a great dairy-free alternative.
For the Toppings
  • Burger Toppings (e.g., lettuce, tomato) Personalize with your favorite toppings.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skull mold
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheeseburger Skulls
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix in the softened butter, egg, and about one cup of lukewarm water. Stir until well combined to form a shaggy dough.
  2. Transfer the shaggy dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 to 2 hours or until doubled.
  4. Punch down the risen dough, divide into eight pieces, shape into balls, and place them in a greased skull mold.
  5. Cover the filled molds and let the shaped buns rise for another hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the buns for about 14-18 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  7. While baking, shape the ground beef into skull patties and cook in a skillet until browned.
  8. Add cheese to patties and cover until melted.
  9. Remove buns from molds, assemble with patties and toppings, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skullCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize your cheeseburger skulls with festive toppings to enhance the Halloween spirit.

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