Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato "Frosting": The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup!


 

1. Make the Meatloaf Mix (5 mins!)

  1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire, garlic powder, thyme, salt & pepper. Mix gently (don’t overwork!).

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2. Bake the "Cupcakes"

  1. Press meat mixture into a greased muffin tin (fill each cup ¾ full).

  2. Brush tops with extra ketchup.

  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 mins until cooked through.

3. Whip the Potato "Frosting"

  1. Boil potatoes until tender (~15 mins), drain.

  2. Mash with milk, butter, cheese, salt & pepper until smooth.

  3. Pipe or spoon onto cooled meatloaf cupcakes.

4. Garnish & Serve!

  • Drizzle with warm gravy.

  • Sprinkle with chives or parsley for color.


Pro Tips for Perfect Meatloaf Cupcakes

🔥 Use a piping bag – For fancy swirls (or just spoon on for rustic charm).
🔥 Make ahead – Assemble unbaked, refrigerate, then bake +5 mins.
🔥 Kid’s version – Let them "decorate" with gravy and cheese sprinkles!


5 Fun Variations

🧀 Cheeseburger Style – Mix shredded cheddar into meat, top with pickle relish.
🌶 Taco Twist – Add taco seasoning to meat, frost with avocado mash.
🍄 Mushroom Swiss – Sauté mushrooms into meat, use Swiss cheese in potatoes.
🥓 Bacon Ranch – Mix ranch seasoning into meat, top with crumbled bacon.
🍅 Pizza Cupcakes – Add Italian seasoning + marinara swirls.

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