Spooky Skull Potatoes
These Spooky Skull Potatoes are a fun, festive twist on classic mashed potatoes—perfect for Halloween parties, themed dinners, or anytime you want to serve comfort food with a creepy edge. Creamy, cheesy, and garlicky mashed potatoes are molded into eerie skull shapes and baked to golden perfection. They’re the ultimate crowd-pleasing, spooky side dish that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 skulls
- Category: Side Dish, Halloween Recipes, Holiday Recipes
- Method: Boiled & Baked
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Large starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream or milk
- Garlic (minced or garlic powder)
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper
- Sour cream (optional)
- Pitted black olives (for eye details)
- Chives or green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
- Mash & Mix: Drain and mash potatoes with butter, heavy cream/milk, and garlic. Stir in sour cream (optional) and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cool & Shape: Let mashed potatoes cool slightly. Firmly press into skull molds or shape by hand/cookie cutter.
- Bake: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Decorate: Add black olive slices in the eyes and sprinkle chopped chives on top for a spooky finish.
- Serve warm and enjoy the ghoulish fun!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prep and shape skulls a day in advance. Refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Flavor Variations: Add cream cheese, roasted garlic, smoked paprika, or jalapeños to the mash.
- Crispier Skulls: Brush tops with melted butter or olive oil before baking; broil briefly for extra crispiness.
- Use Sweet Potatoes: Try mashed sweet potatoes for an orange-tinted, autumnal twist.
- Vegan-Friendly: Use plant-based butter, non-dairy milk, and vegan cheese alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skull
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
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