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Best Mini Food Ideas for Irresistible Party Pleasures

Explore delightful Mini Food Ideas perfect for parties, game days, and family gatherings, combining big flavors in adorable portions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Mini Pot Pies
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables frozen mixed simplifies prep
  • 1 cup Savory Gravy store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes can use instant or fresh
  • 1 pkg Biscuit Dough consider puff pastry for flakiness
Mini Pizzas
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese experiment with other cheeses
  • 1 cup Pepperoni can use sliced vegetables as an alternative
Spinach Dip Cups
  • 2 cups Creamed Spinach or use fresh spinach sautéed with cream
Pigs in a Blanket
  • 1 lb Cocktail Sausages plant-based sausages work for vegetarian version

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • ramekins
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather ingredients and equipment, chop vegetables, and prepare meats.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Add vegetables and gravy, cooking 3-4 minutes more.
  3. Using muffin tins or ramekins, layer biscuit dough or puff pastry, fill with prepared filling, and top with mashed potatoes or cheese.
  4. Bake filled muffin tins for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven, cool for 5-10 minutes, and serve with dips like marinara or garlic sauce.
  6. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days, reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare mini snacks ahead of time and freeze before baking for convenience. Experiment with different fillings to please your guests.

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