Sloppy Joe Cornbread Cups
These easy and healthy Sloppy Joe Cornbread Cups are a perfect kid-friendly dinner or weeknight meal, combining the classic flavors of sloppy joe with a cornbread base. Quick to prepare and sure to be a family favorite!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Muffin Pan
Ingredients
Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 can Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce (15-ounce), check for varieties free of artificial flavors and preservatives for a healthier choice!
Cornbread Mixture
- 2 boxes corn muffin mix (8.5-ounce)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup milk (use skim or low-fat for a lighter option)
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (low-fat option available)
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures everything cooks evenly.
- In a large skillet, brown your lean ground beef. Once it's fully cooked, carefully drain any excess grease to keep it light.
- Stir in the entire can of Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce with the cooked beef. Give it a good mix and then set this delicious filling aside.
- Follow the package directions for your corn muffin mix. This usually involves combining the mix with the egg and milk.
- Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of the prepared corn muffin batter into each well of a standard muffin pan. This forms the base of your cups.
- Now, take your sloppy joe mixture and evenly divide it among the muffin wells, placing it right on top of the cornbread batter.
- Pop the muffin pan into your preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cornbread edges turn a lovely golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the cups from the oven and immediately top each one with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of light sour cream, and some fresh green onions.
- These easy and healthy cups are best served warm!
Notes
For a healthier choice, use Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce varieties free of artificial flavors and preservatives, skim or low-fat milk, and low-fat shredded cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 429 kcal
- Total Carbs: 46g
- Net Carbs: 41g
- Fats: 17g
- Protein: 22g
