Description
A fun twist on classic burgers, perfect for Halloween parties and gatherings, featuring skull-shaped buns and juicy beef patties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup lukewarm water (100-110°F)
- 32 ounces ground beef (80/20)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter, lard, or vegetable oil (for cooking patties)
- 8 slices cheese (American, Cheddar, Provolone, Havarti, etc.)
- Burger toppings: tomato, lettuce, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onions, pickles
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.
- Pour in the lukewarm water and add the egg to the mixture. Stir until the dough starts to come together.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide the dough into equal pieces, around 8 to 12.
- Shape each piece into a ball and flatten it slightly to create the skull shape using a skull-shaped cookie cutter if available.
- Place the shaped buns on a greased baking sheet. Cover them again with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the buns rise.
- Bake the buns in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown. Remove them from the oven and allow to cool.
- While the buns are baking, prepare the burger filling. In a large bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper.
- Divide the beef into equal portions and shape them into patties.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter, lard, or vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the burger patties.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach your preferred level of doneness.
- In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese.
- Once everything is ready, assemble the Cheeseburger Skulls by placing the patties inside the buns and adding your chosen toppings.
Notes
Use fresh yeast and ensure proper water temperature for optimal results. Customize fillings to suit preferences.
- Prep Time: 90 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheeseburger, Halloween, Fun Food, Skull Buns, Kid-Friendly