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Halloween pumpkin burger with carved buns, patty, melted cheddar, lettuce, tomato and pickles.

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Halloween Pumpkin Burgers

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The Halloween pumpkin hamburger turns the October 31 dinner into a festive, ultra-indulgent moment thanks to its sculpted buns and melty center. Perfect for treating kids and adults before trick-or-treating, it is ideally served with golden kabocha squash fries or a fresh salad.

Total time
28 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
8 min
Difficulty
Medium
Per person
€3.75

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 10

Estimated cost €7.50

Buns

Toppings

Decoration

For cooking

Seasoning

Equipment

  • Skilletfor searing the patties
  • Spatulafor flipping the meat
  • Paring knifefor cutting the bread and carving the eyes

Instructions

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Cut the brioche buns in half horizontally with a bread knife.

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Using a small paring knife, carefully carve triangular notches into the top of the buns to form the pumpkin's eyes and nose. You can use the small pieces of bread you cut out to fill the notches and create contrast.
Lightly toast the crumb side of the brioche buns in a hot skillet to give them some crunch.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with the neutral oil.
Place the ground beef patties in the very hot skillet, season with the salt and black pepper, then cook for per side until nicely browned.
Place a slice of cheddar on each patty at the end of cooking, cover the skillet for off the heat to let the cheese melt.
Top the bun bases with the lettuce leaves and the tomato slices, then add the patty covered with melted cheddar.
Place a thin slice of pickle on the front to form a fun tongue sticking out of the burger, then close with the carved top, insert a cinnamon stick at the top to imitate the stem, then serve right away.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate
  • Protein35 g
  • Carbs40 g
  • Fat28 g
  • Fiber5 g
Nutri-Score CÉco-Score E

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

To easily carve the eyes into the brioche tops without crushing the crumb, put the buns in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting to firm up the dough.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Cooked ground beef patties: very well, up to 2-3 months in freezer bags. Brioche buns: up to 1 month.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Cooked patties: 3-4 days max in an airtight container in the fridge. Final assembly right before eating.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Prepare the vegetables (washing, cutting). Form the ground beef patties. Store separately in the fridge.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Patties: oven 10-15min at 160°C, air fryer 5-7min at 160°C, or skillet. Microwave not recommended (texture altered). Buns: toaster or quick oven.

Variations

  • Vegetarian version: replace the beef patties with red lentil patties or pumpkin and kidney bean patties.
  • Bloody sauce version: add a spicy ketchup drizzle or barbecue sauce over the patty to simulate blood.
  • Gluten-free version: use certified gluten-free individual brioche buns tinted with a little turmeric or paprika.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Avoid carving the eyes after toasting the buns, as the hardened crust could crumble completely.
  • Don't let the cinnamon stick cook with the bread; add it only as a final decoration so it doesn't flavor the crumb too aggressively.
  • Don't overcook the ground beef patties, so you preserve all the juices that will moisten the toppings.

Frequently asked questions

How do I color burger buns orange?

If you make your own buns, work a well-drained pumpkin puree into the dough, or a touch of natural coloring made from turmeric and sweet paprika, during kneading.

Is the cinnamon stick only for decoration?

Yes, the cinnamon stick stands in for the pumpkin stem for the look. Simply remove it before eating the burger so you don't bite into it.

Which cheese should I choose for a nice melty effect?

Aged cheddar gives a perfect orange tint for the theme. You can also use half-aged Mimolette or Gouda, which melt very well under a cover.

Can I prepare the toppings ahead of time?

You can cut the vegetables and carve the bun tops a few hours earlier. Save cooking the patties and assembly for the last minute so you can serve piping hot.

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