Juicy cheeseburger filling baked inside golden skull-shaped buns—festive, fun, and perfect for Halloween parties using a 6-cavity skull pan.

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1 lb (450 g) 80/20 ground beef

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

3/4 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

16 oz prepared pizza dough or crescent dough

Cooking oil spray

1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water (egg wash)

Ketchup and mustard, for serving

Optional: chopped pickles or jalapeños

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 6-cavity skull pan.

2. Cook beef, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper in a skillet over medium heat 6–8 minutes; drain excess fat.

3. Off heat, stir in cheddar until partially melted and cohesive.

4. Divide dough into 6 pieces; roll each into a 6–7 in (15–18 cm) round.

5. Line each skull cavity with a dough round, leaving overhang to seal.

6. Fill each with 2–3 tbsp beef mixture; add a dab of ketchup or mustard if desired.

7. Fold dough over filling and pinch seams firmly to seal.

8. Brush tops with egg wash.

9. Bake 18–22 minutes until golden; filling should reach 160°F (71°C).

10. Rest 5 minutes, then gently unmold. Serve warm with sauces.