Description
Smoky Bourbon BBQ Meatloaf Cupcakes are a delicious twist on a comfort food classic, combining savory meatloaf flavors with creamy mashed potato frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup bourbon BBQ sauce (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cup mashed potatoes
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork (if using), onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, bourbon BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
3. Divide the meatloaf mixture evenly into the muffin cup, pressing down lightly to shape them like cupcakes.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until fully cooked and browned on top.
5. During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush the tops with extra bourbon BBQ sauce.
6. Prepare the mashed potato frosting by mixing mashed potatoes with butter, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
7. Once baked, top each cupcake with the mashed potato frosting using a piping bag or spoon.
8. Garnish with smoked paprika or extra BBQ sauce and serve warm.
Notes
These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg