Description
Looking for the best BBQ meatloaf cupcakes recipe? This one is quick, easy, and so fun! Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or even as a simple weeknight meal. Whether you’re craving healthy comfort food or easy dinner ideas, these cupcakes deliver every time. Save this easy BBQ meatloaf cupcakes recipe to wow your guests!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, divided
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, half the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Lightly grease muffin tin and fill each cup with meat mixture, pressing gently.
- Top with remaining BBQ sauce.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- While baking, heat milk and butter, mix into mashed potatoes until creamy.
- Let meatloaf cupcakes rest, then remove from tin.
- Pipe mashed potatoes on top using piping bag.
- Drizzle extra BBQ sauce and garnish with chives before serving.
Notes
- Make mashed potatoes a day ahead to save time.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add shredded cheese to potatoes for extra richness.
- Serve with colorful picks to make them kid-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American