Description
These fun and flavorful Meatloaf Cupcakes are a creative twist on classic meatloaf! Baked in a muffin tin, they’re perfectly portioned, kid-friendly, and great for meal prep. Topped with creamy mashed potatoes, they’re a crowd-pleasing dinner or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf Cupcakes:
1 lb ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option)
½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
¼ cup ketchup or BBQ sauce
¼ cup milk (whole or plant-based alternative)
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For the Topping:
2 cups mashed potatoes (classic or flavored with garlic and butter)
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Gravy (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with silicone or foil cupcake liners.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, ketchup, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until combined.
Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing down gently to fill each mold.
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef or 165°F (74°C) for poultry.
Prepare Topping: While baking, prepare mashed potatoes.
Assemble: Remove meatloaf cupcakes from the oven, let cool slightly, then top with mashed potatoes. Garnish with parsley, cheese, or gravy.
Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite sides!
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Customization: Add grated veggies, swap beef for turkey, or top with sweet potato mash for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatloaf cupcake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Meatloaf Cupcakes