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Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping Recipe

Savory Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping Recipe

Delight in these Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping for a fun twist on classic comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free optional
  • 1/2 cup Milk or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 large Egg fresh
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup or BBQ sauce for glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Whipped Potato Topping
  • 2 large Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 1/4 cup Butter or olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Milk or Cream to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Chopped Parsley or Chives for garnish

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot for boiling

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Divide meat mixture evenly among greased muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  4. Optionally brush tops with extra ketchup or BBQ sauce for a glaze.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F and tops are golden brown.
  6. Boil potatoes until fork-tender, then mash with butter, milk, and salt until creamy.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing. Pipe or spoon whipped potatoes on top.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize flavors by adding cheese or vegetables to the meat mixture.

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