Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins
Get ready to make some super yummy meatloaf muffins. They’re filled with all the fabulous flavors of buffalo wings that are traditionally dipped in ranch dressing and served with carrots and celery. These muffins have the carrots, celery, ranch dressing and hot wings sauce baked right in them. My family loves them and I know yours will too! Plus, they freeze great. Each skinny muffin has only 92 calories and 2 grams of fat. So go for it and enjoy 2-3 totally guilt-free!
Why You'll Love Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins
You are going to fall completely in love with these Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins because they give you all the spicy, tangy comfort of your favorite game-day wings wrapped into a fun, wholesome meal that completely satisfies without any of the guilt. Baking them in a muffin tin is pure genius for built-in portion control, and since they are in individual cups, they cook way faster on busy weeknights while staying wonderfully juicy and protein-packed. Topped with a fiery buffalo sauce glaze and a cool, creamy touch of ranch or blue cheese, they hit every single comfort-food craving while staying light, macro-friendly, and a huge hit with the whole family.Ingredients For Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins
Let's delve deeper into each ingredient in this Skinny Meatloaf recipe, exploring their contributions to flavor, texture, and nutritional value:- 1 package (~1.25 pounds) 99% fat-free ground turkey breast: Provides an ultra-lean, high-protein base that keeps saturated fat low while holding its shape nicely in the muffin tin.
- 1 slice whole-wheat or multigrain bread: Acts as a light, wholesome binder to absorb moisture and keep the meat tender without heavy breadcrumbs.
- 1 cup celery, diced: Adds a classic, crisp texture and savory depth that pairs wonderfully with buffalo flavors.
- 1 cup carrots, shredded: Brings natural sweetness, moisture, and vibrant color right into the muffins.
- ¾ cup onions, diced: Builds a solid aromatic foundation of savory flavor as they bake.
- ½ cup fat-free cottage cheese: A secret weapon that melts into the mixture to add incredible moisture and an extra protein boost without adding fat.
- 1 egg: Binds everything together so the muffins hold their shape perfectly when removed from the pan.
- ⅓ cup Skinny Ranch Dressing: Blends right into the mix for rich, creamy flavor and moisture.
- 2 tablespoons Frank’s RedHot Original Sauce: Infuses the meatloaf mixture with that iconic, tangy buffalo kick.
- Ingredients for Sauce (⅓ cup Skinny Ranch + 2 tablespoons Frank’s RedHot): Combined to create the ultimate creamy, fiery glaze and finishing drizzle to top off each muffin.
How to Make Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously coat a regular 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray so your muffins won't stick. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Breadcrumbs
Toast one slice of multigrain or whole-wheat bread, place it in a blender, and pulse until fine crumbs are formed.
Step 3: Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, add your freshly made breadcrumbs along with the ground turkey breast, diced celery, shredded carrots, diced onions, fat-free cottage cheese, egg, Skinny Ranch dressing, and Frank’s RedHot sauce. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
Step 4: Fill and Bake
Use a one-third cup measuring cup to scoop the meatloaf mixture into 10 muffin cups, making sure the mixture goes right to the top and flattening the tops nicely. Bake for 40 minutes.
Step 5: Drain, Loosen, and Sauce
Carefully tip the pan over the sink to drain any excess liquid. Run a knife around each muffin to loosen them from the pan. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining one-third cup of ranch dressing and 2 tablespoons of Frank's RedHot sauce, then spoon about half a tablespoon of the sauce over each muffin right before serving.
Helpful Tips About this Recipe
Makes 12 meatloaf muffins (1-3 muffins per serving, as desired)
Food Facts
Buffalo wings are traditionally served hot, along with celery sticks and/or carrot sticks with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Health Benefits
99% fat-free ground turkey is the leanest ground meat. That said, you could use one with 94% fat since once made you drain the fat from the muffin tin and blot on paper towels.
Shopping Tips
I love Milton’s Multigrain bread and used it to make the bread crumbs. It’s sold in most supermarkets and Trader Joe’s. Or, use your favorite to make the bread crumbs. I used Franks Red Hot Original sauce for this recipe. Many hot wings sauces are way too spicy for my taste. This one is just spicy enough. You’ll find it in most supermarkets where Tabasco and other hot sauces are sold. Or, use your favorite sauce.
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Food Facts
Buffalo wings are traditionally served hot, along with celery sticks and/or carrot sticks with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Health Benefits
99% fat-free ground turkey is the leanest ground meat. That said, you could use one with 94% fat since once made you drain the fat from the muffin tin and blot on paper towels.
Shopping Tips
I love Milton’s Multigrain bread and used it to make the bread crumbs. It’s sold in most supermarkets and Trader Joe’s. Or, use your favorite to make the bread crumbs. I used Franks Red Hot Original sauce for this recipe. Many hot wings sauces are way too spicy for my taste. This one is just spicy enough. You’ll find it in most supermarkets where Tabasco and other hot sauces are sold. Or, use your favorite sauce.
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WW SmartPoints 2-Green
WW POINTS PLUS 2
| SKINNY FACTS: for 1 meatloaf muffin and ½ tablespoon sauce 92 cal. 2g fat, 0g sat. fat, 38mg chol, 14g prot, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 366mg sod, 2g sugar |
| FACTS: for Freestyle SmartPoints 28 calories, 0g sat. fat, 1g sugar, 2g protein |
Skinny Buffalo Turkey Meatloaf Muffins
Ingredients
Ingredients for Meatloaf Muffins:
- 1 package (~1.25 pounds) 99% fat-free ground turkey breast
- 1 slice whole-wheat or multigrain bread (I used Milton’s multigrain)
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- ¾ cup onions, diced
- ½ cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 1 egg, I used Egg-Land’s Best eggs
- ⅓ cup The BEST Skinny Ranch Dressing (3 ingredients)
- 2 tablespoons Frank’s red hot original sauce, see shopping tips
Ingredients for Sauce:
- ⅓ cup The BEST Skinny Ranch (3 ingredients)
- 2 tablespoons Frank’s red hot original sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a regular (12-cup) muffin pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
- To make bread crumbs: Toast 1 slice multigrain bread or whole wheat bread. Place in blender and pulse until made into crumbs.
- In a large bowl, add the breadcrumbs and all meatloaf muffin ingredients. Mix together well.
- Use a ⅓ cup measuring cup and scoop the meatloaf mixture into each muffin cup. Make sure the meatloaf mixture goes to the top of each muffin cup. Flatten the tops.
- Bake for 40 minutes. Drain any fat by carefully tipping the pan over the sink. Run a knife around each muffin to loosen them from the pan.
- Make the topping: Mix together ⅓ cup ranch dressing and 2 tablespoons Frank’s red hot original sauce. Before serving muffins, spoon about ½ tablespoon sauce over each muffin.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffinCalories: 92kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 14gFat: 2gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 366mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gBlue Smart Points: 1Green Smart Points: 2Plus Points: 2
Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!
Yes Sandra, The ranch and buffalo sauce are both in the meatloaf muffins and spread on top. I hope you thoroughly enjoy it.
And thanks so much for the kind words about my recipes and blog! Very sweet.
With my very best wishes,
Nancy
Just have a question-do you put ranch dressing and red sauce in meat loaf muffins and on top too? It looks so yummy and can’t wait to give it a try. Thank you for your reply and for all your great recipes. I like yours best of all the blogs.