Meatloaf Cupcakes with Potato Frosting (Print Format)

Adorable individual meatloaves baked in muffin tins and topped with whipped potato frosting. Fun twist on classic comfort food.

# Ingredients:

→ Meatloaf Cupcakes

01 - 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup milk
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
08 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Fluffy Potato Frosting

11 - 2 cups mashed potatoes, homemade or store-bought
12 - 2 tablespoons butter, softened
13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
14 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Fun Garnishes

15 - Cherry tomatoes, cut into small pieces for topping
16 - Fresh parsley or chives, chopped for sprinkling
17 - 12-16 silicone or metal muffin liners

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with silicone or metal liners, or grease the cups really well if you're going liner-free.
02 - In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, garlic, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix just until everything comes together - don't overwork it or your cupcakes will be tough.
03 - Divide the meat mixture evenly among your muffin cups, pressing it down gently to form compact little cupcakes. Use a spoon to create a small dent in the center of each one - this helps them cook evenly.
04 - Pop them in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they're cooked through and no longer pink in the center. They should hit 160°F on a meat thermometer. Let them cool slightly while you make the topping.
05 - In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, softened butter, and cream. Use a hand mixer to whip them until they're light, fluffy, and look just like frosting. Season with salt and pepper.
06 - Spoon or pipe that fluffy potato topping onto each meatloaf cupcake, making it look like real frosting. Top with a piece of cherry tomato and sprinkle with fresh herbs for that adorable finishing touch.
07 - Serve these cuties warm as a main dish, party appetizer, or just because they're too fun not to make! Drizzle with gravy if you want to go all out.

# Tips:

01 - Silicone liners are your best friend here - they make removing these little gems so much easier and prevent any sticking drama.
02 - Want to get fancy? Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off to pipe the potato frosting for that perfect cupcake look.
03 - Mix some shredded cheddar or Parmesan into your mashed potatoes for extra flavor that will make everyone ask for the recipe.
04 - These are perfect for meal prep - you can assemble and freeze the unbaked cupcakes, then bake and add toppings whenever you need them.
05 - Kids absolutely love these because they look like dessert but taste like their favorite dinner!

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