Savory Thanksgiving Cornbread Cupcakes

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Thanksgiving Cornbread Cupcakes.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, lightly spray six muffin cups with cooking spray to ensure your cornbread cupcakes come out easily.

3. Step 3

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, creamed corn, milk, egg, ground sage, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

4. Step 4

   Stir everything together until it’s well blended and you can almost smell the deliciousness.

5. Step 5

   Next, evenly pour the cornbread mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling them just right.

6. Step 6

   Pop them into the oven and bake for about 17 minutes, or until the tops turn a lovely golden brown.

7. Step 7

   Once they’re done, let the cupcakes cool for about 5 to 10 minutes—this is the perfect time to savor the aroma wafting through your kitchen.

8. Step 8

   After they’ve cooled, take a teaspoon and gently hollow out the center of each cornbread cupcake, saving the scooped-out bits for later.

9. Step 9

   Fill each hollow with about 2 teaspoons of cranberry sauce, then use the reserved cornbread to cover the sauce, creating a delightful surprise inside.

10. Step 10

    For the mashed potatoes, warm them up and place them in a resealable plastic bag, snipping off one corner to create a piping bag.

11. Step 11

    Pipe about 1/3 cup of creamy mashed potatoes on top of each cupcake, making a fluffy mound.

12. Step 12

    Next, layer on two slices of turkey for that hearty touch, and drizzle with 2 teaspoons of hot turkey gravy to bring it all together.

13. Step 13

    Serve these warm, and don’t forget to sprinkle a little chopped parsley on top for a pop of color and freshness.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy this comforting dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends!.