Turkey Cupcakes

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these delightful and savory Turkey Cupcakes—a playful twist on comfort food that combines juicy ground turkey meatloaf with creamy mashed potato "frosting." Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, these mini meatloaf bites are baked to perfection in a muffin tin for a convenient, portion-controlled treat. Topped with silky mashed potatoes piped like frosting and garnished with fresh chives, they’re as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, these turkey cupcakes are ideal for busy families, meal prep, or dinner parties where you want to impress with a unique yet satisfying dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 cups Mashed potatoes (prepared and seasoned to taste)
• 2 tbsp Chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 3

Evenly divide the turkey mixture among the 12 muffin cups, pressing the mixture down slightly to ensure it’s compact. Each cup should be about 3/4 full.

Step 4

Bake the turkey cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the turkey cupcakes are baking, prepare your mashed potatoes if not already done. Ensure they are smooth and creamy for easy piping.

Step 6

Once the turkey cupcakes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the mashed potatoes into a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or use a spoon if a piping bag is unavailable). Pipe or spoon the mashed potatoes on top of each turkey cupcake to resemble frosting.

Step 8

Garnish each cupcake with a sprinkle of chopped chives, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1059.4 grams (1059.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1398

Total Fat 60.00g	77%
Saturated Fat 23.60g	118%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 562mg	187%
Sodium 3731mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 105.70g	38%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 114.90g	230%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 362mg	28%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 1075mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 29.7%