These Keto Smoky Bourbon BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf Cupcakes with Mashed Potato Frosting have a juicy texture and smoky flavor. We prepare these meatloaf cupcakes with ground beef, bacon, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion, smoked paprika, sugar-free BBQ sauce, bourbon, Dijon mustard, cauliflower, cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, and fresh chives. These meatloaf cupcakes contain approximately 485 calories and 6 g net carbs. These meatloaf cupcakes take about 55 minutes to prepare. These Keto Smoky Bourbon BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf Cupcakes are perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, weekly meal prep, game day parties, holiday gatherings, BBQ nights, and special occasions. You can prepare the meatloaf cupcakes earlier and refrigerate them for up to 4 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. You can serve these meatloaf cupcakes with Garlic Butter Asparagus, Keto Caesar Salad, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Creamy Cauliflower Rice, or Keto Dinner Rolls.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Cuisine: American BBQ
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 485 Kcal
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
TOOLS:
- Muffin pan
- Bowl
- Saucepan
- Food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pastry brush
- Piping bag
INGREDIENTS:
MEATLOAF CUPCAKES:
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 12 slices bacon
- One egg
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup onion
- One tsp smoked paprika
- Garlic powder, one tsp.
- One tsp. onion powder
- Parsley, one tsp.
- Half a tsp. black pepper
SMOKY BOURBON BBQ GLAZE:
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- One tsp liquid smoke
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
CAULIFLOWER FROSTING:
- 1 cauliflower
- 4 tbsp butter
- Black pepper
- 3 oz cream cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt
- Chopped chives
INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND BEEF:
- We utilize ground beef because it provides a juicy texture and rich flavor. As an alternative, you can use ground pork, ground turkey, or ground lamb.
BACON:
- We use thick-cut bacon because it becomes crispy while keeping the meatloaf moist. Instead, you can use turkey bacon or regular bacon.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour helps bind the meat mixture while keeping it keto-friendly.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory flavor and helps hold the meatloaf together.
ONION:
- Onion adds natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
SUGAR-FREE BBQ SAUCE:
- We use sugar-free BBQ sauce to create a smoky, sweet glaze without added sugar. As a replacement, you can use homemade keto BBQ sauce.
BOURBON:
- Bourbon provides a rich, smoky flavor to the BBQ glaze. Instead, you can use beef broth or simply omit it.
CAULIFLOWER:
- We utilize cauliflower because it creates a creamy mashed potato substitute with very few carbs. As an alternative, you can use mashed celeriac, kohlrabi, or turnips.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream gives the cauliflower mash a rich and creamy texture.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese provides a smooth, creamy consistency and a rich flavor. Instead, you can use mascarpone or full-fat ricotta cheese.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oven to 375° Fahrenheit and coat a twelve-cup muffin pan.
- Cover 1 slice of bacon around the inside of all the muffin cups.
- Stir the pepper, ground beef, egg, salt, Parmesan, parsley, almond flour, onion powder, ketchup, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic, and onion in a dish.
- Equally distribute the meat mixture into the bacon-coated muffin cups.
- Bake for almost twenty-five minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk the smoked paprika, BBQ sauce, liquid smoke, bourbon, mustard, butter, and Dijon in a saucepan.
- Coat the meatloaf cupcakes with the BBQ glaze.
- Then bake the recipe again for ten minutes and steam the cauliflower.
- Blend the cauliflower with butter, cream cheese, salt, heavy cream, parmesan, garlic powder, and pepper to make a smooth mixture.
- Spread the cauliflower mash on all the meatloaf cupcakes like frosting.
- Garnish these cupcakes with chopped chives and then serve.
TIPS:
- Strain the cauliflower perfectly and then blend it.
- Refrigerate the cauliflower mash for easier piping.
- Coat with additional BBQ glaze and then serve for extra flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Keto Caesar Salad
- Keto Coleslaw
- Cucumber Avocado Salad
- Broccoli Bacon Salad
- Spinach Feta Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Garlic Butter Asparagus
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Parmesan Green Beans
- Buttered Broccoli
- Roasted Zucchini
BREADS:
- Keto Dinner Rolls
- Fathead Breadsticks
- Almond Flour Biscuits
- Keto Garlic Bread
- Cheese Breadsticks
SIDE DISHES:
- Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
- Creamy Cauliflower Rice
- Cheesy Broccoli Bake
- Garlic Butter Mushrooms
- Parmesan Roasted Radishes
SAUCES:
- Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce
- Garlic Herb Butter
- Chipotle Aioli
- Sugar-Free Ranch Dressing
- Creamy Peppercorn Sauce
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the meatloaf cupcakes in a sealed vessel for two to four days.
FREEZER:
- Store the unfrosted meatloaf cupcakes for a maximum of 85 to 90 days.
FAQs:
Could we utilize ground turkey?
- Yes, you can use ground turkey thighs, as they are perfect for utilizing.
May we omit the bourbon?
- Yes, you can use beef broth instead or skip it.
Could we utilize an air fryer to prepare these meatloaf cupcakes?
- Yes, you can air-fry for almost eighteen minutes at 360° Fahrenheit.
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NUTRITION FACTS:
Calories: 485 Kcal
Total Carbs: 9g
Net Carbs: 6g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Fat: 35g
Protein: 34g
Sodium: 790mg
Portion Size: 2 Meatloaf Cupcakes