Smoky Bourbon BBQ Meatloaf Cupcakes with Mashed Potato Frosting

Ingredients

  • For the Meatloaf Cupcakes:

  • 1½ lbs ground beef (85/15)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • ¼ cup milk

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • For the Bourbon BBQ Glaze:

  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

  • 2 tbsp bourbon

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • For the Mashed Potato Frosting:

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and chopped

  • 4 tbsp butter

  • ½ cup milk (more as needed)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional:

  • chives or parsley for garnish

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