Description
These Mini Meatloaf Muffins with Mashed Potato Frosting are a delightful twist on classic meatloaf, perfect for individual servings. Made with lean ground beef, seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with creamy mashed potatoes piped like frosting, they make a kid-friendly and comforting dinner that is easy to prepare and bake in muffin tins.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Mashed Potato Frosting
- 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, milk, finely diced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are just combined without overworking the meat to ensure tenderness.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the meatloaf mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Press the mixture lightly into each cup to form even-shaped mini meatloaf muffins.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf muffins reaches 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- Prepare Mashed Potato Frosting: While the meatloaf muffins are baking, stir the prepared mashed potatoes with softened butter and milk until the mixture is smooth and pipeable.
- Cool and Frost: After baking, remove the meatloaf muffins and let them cool for about 5 minutes. Then pipe or spoon the mashed potato mixture on top of each muffin to resemble frosting.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each mini meatloaf muffin with chopped fresh parsley to add a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- These meatloaf muffins freeze well; cool completely and freeze without the mashed potato topping, then add fresh mashed potatoes when reheating.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for the ground beef.
- If you need a gluten-free dish, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
