Mini meatloaf cupcakes baked in a muffin tin, topped with creamy mashed potatoes — a fun, delicious twist on a family classic.
1 lb ground beef
½ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup milk or broth
1 egg
½ cup onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp ketchup or BBQ sauce (plus more for topping)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
2 cups mashed potatoes (for topping)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Parsley or chives for garnish
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin.
In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, 2 tbsp ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
Divide mixture into 12 muffin cups. Top each with a spoonful of ketchup.
Bake 20–25 minutes, until cooked through (160°F internal temperature).
While baking, prepare mashed potatoes.
Once meatloaf cupcakes are done and rested, pipe or spoon mashed potatoes on top.
Sprinkle with cheese and broil briefly if desired. Garnish with parsley.
wap mashed potatoes for mashed cauliflower for low-carb.
Store leftovers in fridge for up to 4 days.
Great for meal prep or lunchboxes.