Description

Cheeseburger Skulls are a fun and festive weeknight dinner featuring juicy ground beef and gooey melted cheese tucked inside a golden, crisp crust. They deliver all the nostalgic flavors of a classic burger in a novel shape while being quick to prepare and easy to clean up after.

Ingredients

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1 lb Lean Ground Beef
2 tubes Refrigerated Pizza Dough
1 cup Cheddar Cheese Cubes
1/2 cup Diced Yellow Onio
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Garlic Powder
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
1 Egg + 1 tsp Water for Egg Wash
Sesame Seeds (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a skull-shaped baking pan with non-stick cooking spray
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and onions together. Drain any excess grease
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let cool
Unroll pizza dough and cut into squares. Press dough into the mold
Fill each cavity with a spoonful of beef, add a cube of cheese, then top with more beef. Pinch to seal
Brush tops with egg wash. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brow
Let cool for 5 minutes before unmolding

Notes

Ensure your beef is drained well to keep the crust from getting soggy.

Avoid overstuffing the skulls to prevent bursting.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skull
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 40mg