Description

Spooky Halloween Skull Potatoes are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and shaped like little skulls using festive molds. They’re a fun and delicious twist on mashed and baked potatoes, perfect for Halloween parties or themed dinners.

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 tbsp butter

1/3 cup milk or cream

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Olive oil or melted butter, for brushing molds

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Instructions

Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork tender, about 15–20 minutes.
Drain and mash the potatoes. Mix in butter, milk or cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Stir in shredded cheese.
Brush skull molds lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
Spoon mashed potatoes into each mold cavity, pressing firmly and smoothing the tops.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until tops are golden and edges crispy.
Let cool for a few minutes, then gently remove skulls from molds and serve warm.

Notes

Add bacon bits or chives for extra flavor.

Use sweet potatoes for a colorful variation.

Stuff with cheese or cooked sausage for a surprise center.

Don’t overmix the mashed potatoes to avoid gumminess.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skull
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg