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Cheeseburger Skulls

Cheeseburger Skulls are a spooktacular twist on a classic cheeseburger, perfect for Halloween gatherings or family dinners, combining delicious flavors with a playful presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat
  • 1/2 cup diced onion Sauté until translucent
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Allow it to melt into the filling
  • 1 can crescent roll dough For the outer skull shape
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup For flavor
  • 1 tablespoon mustard For flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season the beef mixture
  • as needed Olive oil For cooking the onion and beef
  • 1 egg beaten with a tablespoon of water For egg wash

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle in olive oil and add diced onion. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Drain excess grease, stir in ketchup and mustard, and remove from heat. Mix in cheddar cheese and let it melt.
  5. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a floured surface and cut out skull shapes using a knife or cookie cutter.
  6. Scoop a generous tablespoon of cheeseburger filling into the center of a skull-shaped piece of dough, cover with another dough piece, and pinch edges to seal.
  7. Brush egg wash over each skull.
Baking
  1. Place the filled skulls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown.
  2. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving with extra ketchup and mustard on the side.

Notes

Make the filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge. You can sneak in veggies like carrots or bell peppers into the beef mixture. Imperfections in the dough add to the spooky charm!