Description
These Mini Meatloaf Muffins with Mashed Potato Frosting are a fun twist on a classic comfort food dish. Perfectly portioned and topped with creamy mashed potatoes, they make for a delightful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Meatloaf Muffins:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Mashed Potato Frosting:
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (prepared and smooth)
- Chopped chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Prepare the meatloaf mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Divide the mixture among the muffin cups.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: While the meatloaf muffins are baking, prepare the mashed potatoes if not already done.
- Assemble: Once the muffins are cooked, top each with mashed potatoes like frosting.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped chives and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative.
- Make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and reheat gently for easier piping.
- These mini meatloaves are perfect for kids or portion-controlled meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin with mashed potatoes
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
