Best 10 Lasagna Muffin Cup Recipes

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Lasagna muffin cups are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. These individual-sized lasagnas are made with all the classic lasagna ingredients, such as pasta, cheese, and sauce, but they are baked in muffin tins instead of a traditional lasagna pan. This makes them easy to portion and serve, and they can be cooked in less time than traditional lasagna. Lasagna muffin cups are also a great way to use up leftover lasagna ingredients, making them a versatile and budget-friendly meal option.

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LASAGNA CUPCAKES



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Italian cupcakes.

Provided by Kimberley Piper

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
⅓ pound ground beef
salt and ground black pepper to taste
24 wonton wrappers
1 ¾ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 ¾ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup ricotta cheese
1 cup pasta sauce (such as Muir Glen®)
¼ cup chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prepare muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Drain and discard grease from the beef.
  • Cut wonton wrappers into 2 1/4-inch circles with a biscuit cutter. Press one wonton into the bottom of each muffin cup. Sprinkle even amounts of Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese into each muffin cup; top each portion with even amounts of ground beef and pasta sauce.
  • Divide 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, half the ricotta cheese, 1/2 the ground beef mixture, and 1/2 cup pasta sauce, between the muffin cups and layer, respectively, atop the wonton wrapper; repeat layering with remaining wonton wrappers, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, remaining ricotta cheese, remaining ground beef, and remaining pasta sauce. Top the 'cupcakes' with remaining Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until edges of 'cupcakes' are browned, 18 to 20 minutes; let cook in tins for 5 minutes before running a knife around the edges of the cupcakes to loosen the edges to remove. Garnish with fresh basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 495.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MUFFIN TIN LASAGNA CUPS



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Skip the forks in favor of your fingers with the ultimate recipe for easy, cheesy Muffin Tin Lasagna Cups.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
24 wonton wrappers
1/2 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy) casings removed
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup homemade or store-bought marinara sauce
1/3 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Arrange two wonton wrappers in each cup so that they are overlapping slightly with the edges sticking about 1 inch outside each cup.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the oil and sausage. Cook, breaking apart the sausage with a spatula, until it is cooked through. Add the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • In a small mixing bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg and Italian seasoning.
  • Divide the ricotta mixture among the muffin tin cups, then divide the sausage mixture among the cups, spooning it atop the ricotta.
  • Top each cup with a portion of the mozzarella cheese, then bake the lasagna cups until the edges of the wontons are crispy, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Allow the lasagna cups to cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the muffin tin and serving.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Sodium 821 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KIDS CAN MAKE: MINI LASAGNA CUPS



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These genius little lasagna cups are made with a surprise ingredient: ravioli! They fit perfectly into muffin tin cups and add an extra bonus pocket of cheese. Little kids can help measure the ingredients and big kids can help make the sauce. Both can help fill the cups.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

One 24-ounce bag frozen spinach and cheese ravioli
4 tablespoons olive oil
One 14.5-ounce can chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 small carrot, chopped
1 clove garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool enough to handle.
  • Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Brush the cups of a 12-cup muffin tin with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Set aside.
  • Combine the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, carrot, garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a blender. Blend until well combined but not entirely smooth, about 20 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon 1/2 teaspoon sauce into each oiled cup, top with a ravioli, then with 1 teaspoon sauce and 1 teaspoon mozzarella. Repeat twice so that each cup has 3 raviolis layered on top of each other with sauce and mozzarella. Evenly divide the remaining sauce among the cups. Top each with 1 tablespoon mozzarella and 1/4 teaspoon Parmesan. Bake until the top of each lasagna is golden brown and bubbly, 18 to 20 minutes.

LASAGNA CUPCAKES



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Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 whole cloves
One 1-inch cinnamon stick
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
Kosher salt
1 pound mild Italian chicken sausage, casing removed
1/4 cup tomato paste
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella, plus more for topping
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for topping
3/4 cup part-skim ricotta
1/3 cup mango chutney
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 package wonton wrappers (at least 48)
12 whole small fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the meat sauce: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil until it shimmers. Add the whole cloves and cinnamon stick, and remove after a few minutes. Add the garlic and onions, sprinkle with a little salt and saute until softened but not browned.
  • Add the sausage, breaking up the clumps with your spoon. Cook until the sausage is no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, as well as some salt and pepper. Stir to combine and simmer uncovered, for about 15 minutes, stirring every now and then. Allow the meat sauce to cool, about 15 minutes, before building lasagna cupcakes. As the meat sauce is cooking, prepare the ricotta filling.
  • For the ricotta filling: Stir together the mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta and mango chutney. Season with salt and lots of pepper, about a teaspoon, and set aside.
  • To assemble the cupcakes: Pull out your favorite cupcake pan. If your pan is not nonstick, spray the cups with cooking spray. Place a wonton wrapper in each cup. Don't worry if you're using square ones.
  • Drop about 1 teaspoon of meat sauce into the bottom of each cup. Then add 1 teaspoon of ricotta filling. Then cover with another wonton wrapper, rotating it about 90-degrees so that the corners of the first wrapper and the second wrapper aren't right on top of each other. Repeat this until you've built three layers total. Top each with a small basil leaf, then another wonton wrapper. Finish each cupcake with a spoonful of meat sauce, a little shredded mozzarella and pinch of grated Parmesan.
  • Pop them into the oven and bake for 20 minutes. When time's up, resist the temptation to eat them right away or else you'll burn your mouth! Let them rest on the counter for about 10 minutes, and they should slip out of the muffin tin easily. Top with more shredded basil if you like.

LASAGNA CUPS



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These are super simple to make, delicious, and well....adorable! They are also easily modified to suit individual tastes.

Provided by Hippie2MARS

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 wonton wrappers
1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage
1/2 lb ground beef
2 cups spaghetti sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 (4 ounce) can canned mushroom slices, drained
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

  • Brown sausage and hamburger together until no longer pink.
  • Drain well.
  • Mix in spaghetti sauce and set aside.
  • In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese with crushed garlic, and set aside.
  • Greased muffin tin cups and place one wonton wrapper in each cup.
  • Place a dollop of the ricotta cheese in each cup.
  • Ladle a spoonful of the meat sauce on top of the ricotta in each cup.
  • Drop a couple of mushroom slices on top of each cup.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  • Layer another wonton wrapper over the mixture, and push down slightly.
  • Repeat layers, ending with shredded cheese.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
  • Allow cups to sit for 5 minutes before attempting to remove them from the pan.

LASAGNA MUFFINS



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This is a fast version of lasagna. Super easy to make, great for kids and great for those who want to control portions or need to take meals on the go. They can also be frozen and reheated.

Provided by Chimenes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Asiago cheese
2 cups prepared pasta sauce
½ (16 ounce) package wonton wrappers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Combine mozzarella cheese and Asiago cheese together in a bowl. Press a wonton wrapper into the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon pasta sauce about halfway full in each muffin cup; sprinkle with 2 to 3 tablespoons cheese mixture. Press another wonton wrapper on top of cheese layer. Add another spoonful of sauce; sprinkle with cheese. Repeat to fill all the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 445.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

MUFFIN-TIN LASAGNAS



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This is a super fun way to serve lasagna for make-ahead lunches, potlucks or other fun get-togethers. My daughter took some of these to work and by noon was emailing me for the recipe. -Sally Kilkenny, Granger, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
24 wonton wrappers
1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, mix egg, ricotta cheese and 1-1/4 cups Italian cheese blend., Generously grease 12 muffin cups with oil; line each with a wonton wrapper. Fill each with 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture and 1-1/2 tablespoons pasta sauce. Top each with a second wrapper, rotating corners and pressing down centers. Repeat ricotta and sauce layers. Sprinkle with remaining cheese blend., Bake until cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 970mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

LASAGNA CUPCAKES



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Individual lasagnas, baked in muffin cups, are prepped in 15 minutes and ready in an hour! They're kid-pleasing, and vegetarian too.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic pasta sauce (any variety)
1/2 lb frozen Italian sausage-style soy-protein crumbles (2 cups)
36 round pot sticker (gyoza) wrappers
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and egg. In another small bowl, mix pasta sauce and soy-protein crumbles.
  • Place 1 round wrapper in bottom of each muffin cup; top each with 1 heaping tablespoon pasta sauce mixture and 1 tablespoon cheese mixture. Repeat layers, ending with pasta sauce mixture. Sprinkle each with mozzarella cheese.
  • Spray large sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down over pan. Bake 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer. Let stand about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

LASAGNA IN A MUFFIN PAN



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Make and share this Lasagna in a Muffin Pan recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sheepdoc

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

24 lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1/2 lb ground beef
1 (10 ounce) package Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Italian Herb Cooking Cheese
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 lb mozzarella cheese, grated
1/3 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Brown ground beef, drain.
  • Add sauce to beef and simmer while cooking noodles.
  • Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions, but 2 minutes less time. Drain and place flat on greased cookie sheet.
  • Mix cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 the mozzarella, ricotta cheese, pepper and the egg.
  • Line 12 jumbo muffin cups with squares of parchment paper, big enough to cover the sides.
  • Line the sides of cups with one sheet of pasta. It should overlap about 2 inches.
  • Spoon 1/2 tablespoon sauce into each cup.
  • Cut 12 pasta sheets in thirds.
  • Place 1 piece of pasta in bottom of cup, on top of sauce.
  • Spoon 1 good tablespoon sauce, then 1 good tablespoon cheese and another piece of pasta. Repeat.
  • Top last piece of pasta in each cup with sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 933.1, Fat 43.9, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 168.3, Sodium 1217.5, Carbohydrate 91.2, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 17, Protein 41.5

LASAGNA CUPS



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I love lasagna and garlic bread, so it only made sense to put them together in these fun little cups. Have one as an appetizer or two for a meal! -Angelique Douglas, Maryville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 16 lasagna cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 individual lasagna noodles
1/2 pound ground turkey or beef
1 cup meatless pasta sauce
1/3 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend or cheddar cheese
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with water; cut each noodle into 6 squares., In a large skillet, cook and crumble turkey over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Stir in sauce, cottage cheese and garlic powder; bring to a boil. Remove from heat., Unroll both tubes of crescent dough; separate each into 8 triangles. Press each triangle onto bottom and up sides of a greased muffin cup. Layer each with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1 noodle piece and 1 rounded tablespoon meat sauce (discard extra noodle pieces). Sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake on a lower oven rack until crust is golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before removing from pan. Top with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep all ingredients beforehand: This includes measuring and chopping vegetables, grating cheese, and cooking the meat (if using).
  • Use a good quality lasagna noodle: This will make a big difference in the final product. Look for noodles that are firm and have a slight bite to them.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna noodles: They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: This will give the lasagna a more complex flavor. Some good options include mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, and Asiago.
  • Layer the lasagna carefully: Start with a layer of sauce, then noodles, then cheese, and repeat. Finish with a layer of sauce and cheese.
  • Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and golden brown: This usually takes about 30 minutes.
  • Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving: This will help it to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

Lasagna muffin cups are a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic Italian dish. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a party or potluck. And the best part is, you can customize them to your liking by adding your favorite ingredients. So get creative and enjoy!

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