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Meatloaf Cupcakes – Fun, Savory Mini Dinners Kids Love

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These savory Meatloaf Cupcakes are topped with creamy mashed potatoes for a fun, comforting, and kid-friendly twist on the classic meatloaf.

Ingredients

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Meatloaf:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1/4 cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 1/3 cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (for topping)

Mashed Potato Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Chives or cheese (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.

  • In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.

  • Divide mixture into muffin cups. Top each with 1 tsp ketchup or BBQ sauce.

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F. Let rest for 5 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with butter, cream, salt, and pepper.

  • Pipe or spoon mashed potatoes onto each meatloaf. Garnish with chives or cheese if desired.

  • Serve warm.

Notes

Make ahead and freeze, add cheese inside for extra flavor, or use mashed sweet potatoes for variety.

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