Easy Lasagna Cups Recipe
These lasagna cups are a fun and delicious twist on classic lasagna. They deliver all the delicious, creamy, and indulgent flavors of traditional lasagna in a perfectly portioned, bite-sized cup. Made by layering cooked lasagna noodles, rich beef and marinara sauce, and a creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese mixture in a muffin tin. Baked to golden perfection, these lasagna cups are perfect for serving at dinner parties, family meals, or as a delicious appetizer or fun snack. This recipe is versatile and can be easily customized with different fillings or toppings to suit your taste. Serve them straight out of the oven for a warm, comforting meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ground beef (or any ground meat of your choice)
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6-8 lasagna noodles, cooked and cut into small squares
- Cooking spray for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners for easy removal.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Lasagna Cups:Place a small square of cooked lasagna noodle at the bottom of each muffin cup.Add a spoonful of the beef mixture followed by a spoonful of the cheese mixture.Repeat the layers until each muffin cup is filled, finishing with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella on top.
- Bake the Lasagna Cups: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the lasagna cups cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- These Petite Lasagna Cups are a fun and delicious way to enjoy lasagna in perfectly portioned servings.
- Customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like spinach or mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Let the lasagna cups cool slightly before removing from the muffin tin to keep them intact.