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Halloween Meatloaf Cupcakes

Spooktacular Halloween Meatloaf Cupcakes Everyone Will Love

Enjoy these Halloween Meatloaf Cupcakes that combine savory meatloaf with ghostly mashed potatoes for a fun and festive dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey or plant-based alternative
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Breadcrumbs use gluten-free oats for gluten-free option
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan alternative
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup or BBQ sauce for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce or vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Ghost Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 large Russet Potatoes or Yukon Golds
  • 1/4 cup Butter or dairy-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup Milk or plant-based milk
For Decorating the Ghosts
  • Candy Eyes
  • Black Sesame Seeds
  • Peppercorns
  • optional Ketchup or BBQ Sauce

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • piping bag or zip-lock bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef or turkey, rolled oats or breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spoon the meatloaf mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
  5. Wash, peel, and cut the russet potatoes into chunks, boil until tender.
  6. Mash the boiled potatoes with butter, milk, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pipe the mashed potatoes onto each meatloaf cupcake, creating shapes resembling ghosts.
  8. Decorate with candy eyes, black sesame seeds, or peppercorns.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy your Halloween Meatloaf Cupcakes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cupcakes to cool completely before storing. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months without mashed potatoes.

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