Best 2 Savory Thanksgiving Cupcakes Recipes

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. And what better way to celebrate than with a batch of savory Thanksgiving cupcakes? These individual-sized treats are perfect for a crowd, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

This recipe collection features three different savory cupcake recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for Turkey Dinner Cupcakes, which are filled with a savory turkey filling and topped with a creamy mashed potato frosting. The second recipe is for Stuffing Cupcakes, which are made with a hearty stuffing mix and topped with a gravy frosting. And the third recipe is for Cranberry Orange Cupcakes, which are made with a moist cranberry orange batter and topped with a tangy orange cream cheese frosting.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and festive Thanksgiving cupcakes. They're the perfect way to end a holiday meal or to share with friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAVORY THANKSGIVING CUPCAKES

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This is a great way to get the taste of everything you love about Thanksgiving in a perfect little bite and without all the mess!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories Holidays and Events Recipes Thanksgiving

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

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 Facts : Calories 351 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 911.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

MARGARITA CUPCAKES

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These margarita cupcakes are my most requested recipe. If you are unable to find Key lime juice, you can use regular lime juice. -Kerri McMillan, Sylvester, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
3/4 cup frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs, room temperature
3 to 4 tablespoons Key lime juice, divided
1 tablespoon meringue powder
1 teaspoon water
3-1/2 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup vegetable shortening
Optional: Lime zest and lime slices

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Line 20 muffin cups with paper liners. Combine the first 5 ingredients. Beat on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium 2 minutes., Fill prepared cups half full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons lime juice, meringue powder and water. Whisk until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar, shortening, and remaining lime juice. Beat until smooth; frost cupcakes. If desired, garnish with lime zest and slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Use a muffin pan with 12 cups to bake the cupcakes.
Line the muffin cups with paper liners to prevent the cupcakes from sticking.
To make the cupcakes moist and flavorful, use a combination of all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Add a beaten egg, melted butter, and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Stir in your favorite savory ingredients, such as cooked turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, or gravy, until evenly distributed.
Bake the cupcakes in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, beat together cream cheese, butter, sour cream, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes and top with additional savory ingredients, such as crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, or fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Savory Thanksgiving cupcakes are a unique and delicious way to enjoy your favorite holiday flavors. With a moist and flavorful cake base and a creamy, savory frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next Thanksgiving gathering. So, get creative and experiment with different savory ingredients to create your own unique Thanksgiving cupcake recipe.