Description

These spooky cheeseburger skulls combine juicy seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and a playful presentation perfect for Halloween dinners or parties. Using a skull-shaped mold, you can create eerie yet delicious main dishes that delight kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef (80/20)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup diced onion

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons ketchup

Cooking spray

Skull-shaped baking mold

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the skull-shaped mold with cooking spray.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.

3. Add diced onion, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; stir until onions are translucent.

4. Stir in ketchup and half of the shredded cheese until well combined and cheese begins to melt.

5. Spoon the beef mixture into each cavity of the mold, pressing gently to fill all details.

6. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of each skull for extra gooeyness.

7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until beef is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.

8. Allow skulls to cool for 5 minutes, then gently remove from the mold and serve with additional ketchup for ‘bloody’ drips.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes