Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping – Comfort Food Made Fun

Classic meatloaf gets a playful twist in these Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping. Instead of a traditional loaf, the meat mixture is baked in muffin tins for perfectly portioned servings. Each “cupcake” is then topped with creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes piped on like frosting — making them as fun to look at as they are to eat.

They’re perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday buffets, or even kid-friendly meals where presentation makes all the difference. Comfort food has never looked so cute!

🥔 Meatloaf Cupcakes with Whipped Potato Topping Recipe

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

• 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 egg

• ½ cup milk

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Topping:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared and cooled slightly)

• 2 tbsp butter

• ¼ cup milk or cream

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish:

• Chopped chives

• Shredded cheese

• Crispy bacon bits

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

   • Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.

2. Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture

   • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

3. Bake the Cupcakes

   • Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups, pressing down gently.

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temp 160°F/71°C).

4. Make the Whipped Potato Topping

   • While meatloaf bakes, whip mashed potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning.

   • Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off).

5. Assemble the Cupcakes

   • Once meatloaf cupcakes are slightly cooled, pipe mashed potatoes on top to resemble frosting.

   • Garnish with cheese, bacon bits, or chives if desired.

6. Serve & Enjoy

   • Serve warm with a drizzle of gravy or ketchup on the side.

Tips for Success

• Use lean ground beef to avoid greasy cupcakes.

• Make sure mashed potatoes are thick enough to pipe — add less liquid if needed.

• Prep ahead: Bake the meatloaf portion earlier in the day, then top with potatoes before serving.

• For extra flavor, mix shredded cheese into the potatoes.