These fish cupcakes are a delightful twist on traditional cupcakes. Made with a blend of fresh fish, herbs, and spices, these savory treats are perfect for seafood lovers. The cupcakes are topped with a creamy dill frosting and garnished with lemon zest. Serve them as an appetizer or a main dish at your next gathering. They are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the dill frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Garnish: lemon zest and fresh dill sprigs
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a food processor, pulse the fish fillets until finely chopped.
- Transfer the chopped fish into a mixing bowl and add breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Parmesan cheese, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cupcakes are golden brown and cooked through.
- While the cupcakes cool, prepare the dill frosting.
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the fresh dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt.
- Beat until well combined.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, pipe or spread the dill frosting on top of each cupcake.
- Garnish with lemon zest and fresh dill sprigs.
- Serve the fish cupcakes as an appetizer or a main dish during your next gathering.
- Enjoy!