Description
These Meatloaf Muffins are a fun twist on a classic comfort food. Perfectly portioned and flavorful, they make a great family-friendly meal option.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Muffins:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Topping:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
- Prepare meat mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese if using. Mix until well combined but not overworked.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing gently to fill each. Top each mini meatloaf with a small spoonful of ketchup.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can swap ground beef for turkey or chicken.
- Add finely diced vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- These freeze well and make great meal prep options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
