Halloween Hamburgers

Halloween Hamburgers

A cheeseburger is a burger with a slice of cheese placed on it. Simple as that, and it has existed for 88 years. And maybe as a surprise, it wasn't invented by a fast-food chain. Instead, it was first made in 1926 by Lionel Sternberger, who took a slice of American cheese and placed it on a burger, and it was a resounding success. 

In subsequent years, on various menus in Los Angeles, the Cheeseburger made its appearance. And later, it conquered the world through fast-food restaurants. So we're done with the brief history lesson, and it became clear that not the large M was the inventor of this great burger.

What cheese to choose?

Making a cheeseburger is very easy. You bake a hamburger, and just before serving, let the cheese fry for about 30 seconds. You do that by putting the cheese on the hamburger. Nothing more is needed.

You usually take a delicious cheese, such as Cheddar or blue cheese, but because of their pronounced taste, it is less suitable for a children's party. So this time, I chose a mature cheese. Compared to Cheddar, it doesn't close so quickly (which is nice because you have a face cut out).

What do you need for these Monster Burgers?

To prepare these Halloween hamburgers, you need the following ingredients. You can find the correct amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of the blog:

• Potatoes - Use floury potatoes to make this recipe. Russet, Doré, King Edward, and Maris Piper are great choices.
• Oil - Use vegetable oil, such as sunflower oil. If you use olive oil, it will give the fries a taste.
• Cheese - Use a full-flavored cheese that melts slightly but doesn't clog (you'll lose face). Gouda cheese works very well.
• Burgers - When buying a burger, look at the quality. Take a somewhat thicker burger; it will stay juicy. I opt for beef burgers, but it is not necessary.
• Hamburger buns - You can easily make hamburger buns yourself, or you can buy them ready-made. Cut them in half and grill them lightly before putting the burger on top to give them more flavor and a nice crunch.

How to prepare Halloween Cheeseburgers with Homemade Fries?

You can find a printable recipe with a step-by-step description at the bottom of this blog.

1. Scrub the potatoes clean and cut them into wedges or long strips. Bring a pan of water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 10 minutes.
2. Heat a frying pan on the stove with two tablespoons of oil. After 10 minutes, remove the potatoes from the boiling water with a slotted spoon and place them in the hot frying pan. As a result, the potatoes cook dry very quickly, and they get crispy outside in the oven (and they keep wonderfully soft inside). After about 30 seconds, spread the potatoes on a baking tray and bake the potatoes for 30 minutes in a preheated oven (430 °F / 220 °C).
3. Fry the burger on both sides until golden brown and cooked through. Place the hamburger on the bun and the cheese slice on top. Serve with the oven fries and a delicious green salad.
4. Cut the cheese into the desired shape with a sharp knife. Also, cut the bun in half (make sure it is already pre-baked, as stated on the package, if needed). Roast it slightly.

Serve the Halloween burgers with the fries. For an extra effect, make lines from the jack-o-lantern mouth with ketchup.

These monster burgers are delicious combined with the Halloween cocktail without alcohol, the tomato spider web soup, and for dessert, a delicious tombstone dessert!

FAQ