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Mini Meatloaf

Mini Meatloaf Muffins: Easy, Fun, and Family-Friendly Meals

Delicious mini meatloaf muffins are quick to prepare and sure to please the whole family with their fun presentation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 muffins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Lean for a healthier version
  • 1 medium White Onion Finely minced
  • 1 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan option
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs Panko for extra texture
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Swap with soy sauce for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp Pepper Freshly ground for optimal flavor
  • 1 tsp Seasoning Salt Substitute with regular salt and garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can elevate flavor
For the Glaze
  • ¾ cup Ketchup Essential for both mixture and glaze
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Opt for a sugar alternative if needed
  • 1 Tbsp Mustard Dijon mustard can enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Combine the ground beef, minced white onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and ½ cup of ketchup in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Scoop the meat mixture into each muffin cup about three-quarters full, smoothing the tops with the back of a spoon.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard, then spoon the glaze over each filled muffin cup.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) for safety.
  6. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes before carefully lifting them out of the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These mini meatloaf muffins are great for meal prep. Freeze some for easy dinners on busy nights.

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