Description
These Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping are a fun, individual twist on classic meatloaf, topped with creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting and visually appealing meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, gently pressing it in.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked and browned.
- Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain and mash potatoes with butter, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and fluffy.
- Once meatloaf is done, pipe or spoon mashed potatoes on top of each cupcake.
- Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Mustard or tomato paste can be added for extra flavor.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme add brightness.
- Use a zip-top bag with the corner cut off to pipe potatoes if you don’t have a piping bag.
- Broiling is optional for a golden potato topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cupcakes
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
