Lasagna Cupcakes Carnita Style

Transform your dinner table with these irresistible Lasagna Cupcakes Carnita Style—miniature masterpieces combining the rich flavors of Italian lasagna with a savory Mexican twist. Built on a base of crispy wonton wrappers, these bite-sized delights are layered with tender, smoky carnitas, creamy ricotta seasoned with cilantro and cumin, tangy marinara, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfectly portioned in a muffin tin and baked to golden perfection, these lasagna cupcakes are ideal for parties, weeknight dinners, or creative appetizers. Ready in under an hour, this fusion recipe is guaranteed to impress your guests while offering a fun, flavorful spin on classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 24 sheets Wonton wrappers
• 2 cups Cooked carnitas (shredded pork)
• 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro. Set the mixture aside.

Step 3

Lay two wonton wrappers in each muffin tin cup, arranging them so their edges form a little star-like base to hold the fillings.

Step 4

Add 1 teaspoon of marinara sauce to the bottom of each cup, followed by a layer of carnitas, about 1 tablespoon.

Step 5

Top the carnitas with a dollop of the ricotta cheese mixture (about 1 teaspoon), spreading it slightly to create an even layer.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer, about 1 tablespoon per cup.

Step 7

Add another wonton wrapper on top of the layers, pressing it down gently into the shape of the cup.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process: 1 teaspoon marinara, 1 tablespoon carnitas, 1 teaspoon ricotta mixture, and 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Sprinkle a small pinch of Parmesan cheese over the top layer for added flavor and a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake the lasagna cupcakes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are bubbly and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the cupcakes cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the tin.

Step 12

Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1597.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2797.4

Total Fat 143.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 711.2mg	0%
Sodium 4757.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 237.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2946.9mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2573.2mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 18.2%