MINI MEATLOAF MUFFINS WITH MASHED POTATO FROSTING
These Mini Meatloaf Muffins are fun, savory, and topped with creamy mashed potato frosting. Perfect for dinner or kids’ meals, they’re individual-sized comfort food bites.
Ingredients
For Mini Meatloaf Muffins:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg beaten
- ½ cup onion finely chopped
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Mashed Potato Frosting:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes prepared, creamy
- 2 tablespoons butter for mashed potatoes
- ¼ cup milk for mashed potatoes
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Prepare Oven and Tin:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
Make Meatloaf Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, ketchup, salt, and pepper until combined.
Bake Mini Meatloaf Muffins:
- Divide mixture into muffin cups, pressing lightly. Bake 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
Prepare Mashed Potato Frosting:
- Meanwhile, prepare mashed potato frosting by mixing mashed potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Frost Mini Meatloaf Muffins:
- Let meatloaf muffins cool slightly. Pipe or spoon mashed potato frosting on top of each muffin.
Serve:
- Serve warm as a fun and savory dinner or lunch option.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Meatloaf muffins can be baked a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Variations: Add shredded carrots or bell peppers to meat mixture for extra veggies.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with ketchup or gravy for a comforting meal.
- Allergy-Friendly: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and dairy-free butter/milk for a safe version.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.