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Smoky Bourbon BBQ Meatloaf Cupcakes

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Rich and smoky meatloaf cupcakes wrapped in crispy bacon and topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 8 slices of bacon
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin by placing one bacon slice in each cup, letting the ends hang over the edges.
  2. Combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, BBQ sauce, bourbon, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Press the meat mixture into the bacon-lined muffin cups, filling each one and pressing down lightly to compact.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C) and juices run clear.
  5. Combine the mashed potatoes with milk and butter until creamy and smooth while the meatloaf cupcakes bake.
  6. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool slightly for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack or plate. Top each cupcake with a generous dollop of the creamy mashed potatoes.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. Substitute with dairy-free products if necessary.

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