Spooky Cheeseburger Skulls
Spooky Cheeseburger Skulls are the ultimate Halloween treat, combining delicious cheeseburger flavors with a fun skull shape that will impress your guests. Perfectly seasoned beef is enveloped in flaky puff pastry and topped with melting sharp cheddar cheese. These savory delights are not only visually captivating but also packed with mouthwatering flavor, making them a must-have for any themed party or festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into small meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares (4 inches per side).
- Place a meatball in the center of each square, fold corners over to create skull shapes, and pinch seams closed.
- Arrange on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash for color, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg