Description
Savory meatloaf cupcakes adorned with whipped potato frosting bring playful charm to classic comfort food. Delightful individual portions promise a whimsical dining experience that elevates family dinner with surprising culinary creativity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Potato Topping:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 12 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Craft a robust meatloaf mixture by thoroughly blending ground beef with breadcrumbs, diced onion, ketchup, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pepper, and salt until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Thoroughly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Carefully portion the meat mixture into each muffin cavity, pressing gently to ensure compact and even distribution.
- Position the muffin tin in a preheated oven at 375°F and roast for approximately 22-25 minutes, checking internal temperature reaches 160°F for food safety.
- While meatloaves are cooking, create a silky potato topping by whipping mashed potatoes with sour cream and milk using an electric mixer until achieving a light, fluffy texture.
- Allow meatloaf cupcakes to cool slightly and stabilize, then elegantly pipe or smoothly spread the whipped potato topping over each individual cupcake.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing with finely chopped fresh parsley or a delicate drizzle of ketchup for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- Customize the meat mixture by swapping ground beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Use silicone muffin liners for easier removal and cleaner presentation of the cupcakes.
- Enhance flavor by adding finely chopped herbs like thyme or rosemary to the meat mixture for extra depth.
- Experiment with different potato toppings by incorporating roasted garlic, chives, or grated cheese into the whipped potato for added excitement.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg