Description
Burrito Skulls add a spooky twist to traditional burritos, perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering. Shaped like skulls and filled with savory ground beef, cheddar cheese, black beans, corn, and tomatoes, these fun and creepy treats are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
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For the Tortillas:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup lard or shortening
- ¾ cup water
For the Burrito Filling:
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 tablespoons black beans
- 6 tablespoons corn
- 6 tablespoons chopped tomatoes
For the Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Optional Sauces:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
Instructions
- Make the Tortillas:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add half of the lard, using a pastry cutter to incorporate it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Repeat with the remaining lard.
- Gradually pour in water while stirring until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until it forms a cohesive ball. Cover and let it rest for 10-20 minutes.
- Prepare the Burrito Filling:
- Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a skillet over high heat and brown half of the ground beef. Remove from the skillet.
- Add the remaining oil and brown the rest of the beef.
- Return all the browned meat to the pan, stir in taco seasoning and water, and simmer until most of the water evaporates.
- Assemble the Burrito Skulls:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll out each portion into thin ovals or rectangles.
- Drape the dough over each cavity of a skull-shaped pan, pressing the dough into the skull shape.
- Fill each skull with ⅙ of the taco meat, cheese, black beans, corn, and tomatoes.
- Fold the dough over the fillings, pinch the seams together, and trim any excess dough.
- Whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash and brush it over the top of the dough.
- Repeat for all six skulls.
- Bake:
- Bake the burrito skulls in the oven for 24-26 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
- Let them cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover Burrito Skulls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. You can also microwave them, though they may not stay as crisp.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Burrito Skull
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg