How to Make Savory Thanksgiving Cupcakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thanksgiving is a time for delicious food, family gatherings, and giving thanks. And what better way to celebrate this special occasion than with some unique and creative dishes? One such dish that is sure to wow your guests this Thanksgiving is the savory Thanksgiving cupcake. These delightful little treats are packed full of all the flavors of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, but with a fun and unexpected twist. They are perfect for serving as an appetizer, side dish, or even a fun additi...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 (8.5 ounce) package cornbread mix (such as Jiffy®)
  • ½ cup creamed corn
  • ⅓ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon ground sage
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons whole berry cranberry sauce, divided
  • 2 cups refrigerated mashed potatoes, warmed
  • ½ pound sliced cooked turkey
  • 4 tablespoons hot turkey gravy
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray 6 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Stir cornbread mix, creamed corn, milk, egg, sage, onion powder, salt, and pepper together in a medium mixing bowl. Divide mixture evenly among the muffin cups
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 17 minutes. Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Using a teaspoon measuring spoon, hollow out the center of each cornbread cupcake; reserve scooped out cornbread. Fill each hole with about 2 teaspoons cranberry sauce. Use reserved cornbread to top each hole.
  • Place mashed potatoes in a resealable plastic bag and snip off 1 corner of the bag. Pipe about 1/3 cup potatoes on top of each cupcake. Place 2 turkey slices on each mound of potatoes, and drizzle each with 2 teaspoons gravy. Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of parsley.
  • Nutrition

    351 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 912mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 435mg