Creamed Tuna in Toast Cups

Transform your comfort food game with this quick and easy recipe for Creamed Tuna in Toast Cups—a delightful fusion of creamy, savory filling and crispy, golden bread cups. Perfect for lunch, brunch, or even a light dinner, these individual servings feature flaky canned tuna simmered in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, lightly seasoned with garlic and black pepper for a flavorful twist. The buttery toast cups, baked to crunchy perfection, serve as the ideal edible vessel for the rich filling. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Garnished with fresh parsley, these elegant bites will elevate your table with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces White or whole wheat bread (slices)
• 3 tablespoons Butter (melted)
• 1 cup Canned tuna (drained and flaked)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.

Step 2

Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread until thin and pliable.

Step 3

Brush melted butter on both sides of each slice of bread.

Step 4

Press each slice firmly into the wells of a muffin tin to form cup shapes. Trim the edges if necessary.

Step 5

Bake the bread cups in the oven for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 7

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly to make a roux. Do not let it brown.

Step 8

Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps, until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce.

Step 9

Stir in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well.

Step 10

Add the drained and flaked tuna to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.

Step 11

Spoon the creamed tuna mixture evenly into the prepared toast cups.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531.5

Total Fat 78.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 280.3mg	0%
Sodium 3210.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 97.6g	0%

Vitamin D 296.2IU	0%
Calcium 756.6mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1334.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 29.5%