Ranch Cupcake Meatloaf With Hidden Gems Rsc Recipe

Ready, set, cook! This fun and family-friendly recipe transforms classic meatloaf into individual cupcakes packed with flavor and hidden veggies. Each cupcake is studded with sweet corn, oozes with gooey cheese, and is topped with a tangy-sweet tomato glaze. Perfect for picky eaters and busy weeknights, these make-ahead, freezer-friendly gems are a delicious and healthy meal solution for lunchboxes or dinner. This recipe was inspired by a Hidden Valley contest entry!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 401.3 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Ranch Cupcake Meatloaf With Hidden Gems Rsc

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray two jumbo 6-cup muffin pans with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Finely chop 1 cup carrots, 1 cup mushrooms, ½ cup onion, and 2 cloves garlic. Alternatively, process in a food processor until very fine.
  4. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the vegetable mixture and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 5 more minutes.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon dried thyme and 1 cup frozen corn. Set aside to cool completely.
  6. In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef (or a blend of beef and pork), 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon hot sauce, and ½ of a 1-ounce packet of ranch seasoning mix.
  7. Add the cooled vegetable and corn mixture to the meat mixture and gently combine using clean hands.
  8. Divide the meat mixture in half. Fill 9 muffin cups about halfway with the meat mixture.
  9. Place 1 ounce of shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, Monterey Jack) into the center of each partially filled muffin cup.
  10. Top each with the remaining meat mixture, pressing down to smooth the tops.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C).
  12. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and the remaining ½ of the ranch seasoning packet.
  13. Remove the meatloaf cupcakes from the oven.
  14. Increase oven temperature to broil.
  15. Brush the glaze generously over each meatloaf cupcake.
  16. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and slightly browned.
  17. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

52g

Carbs

7g