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Mini Meatloaf

Mini Meatloaf Muffins: Comfort Food Made Fun and Easy

Mini Meatloaf Muffins are a playful twist on comfort food, quick to prepare, and perfect for both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 muffins
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use lean meat for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium White Onion Can be swapped with shallots.
  • 1 large Eggs Can substitute with aquafaba for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Pork panko or gluten-free options available.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used for soy-free option.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Freshly ground black pepper is preferred.
  • 1 tsp Seasoning Salt Regular salt can be used but requires more.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can substitute.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Ketchup Use homemade or sugar-free version if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Mustard Dijon mustard adds a gourmet twist.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini Meatloaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, minced onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and half of the ketchup until just combined.
  3. Spoon the meatloaf mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  4. Mix the remaining ketchup with brown sugar and mustard, then drizzle over the tops of each muffin.
  5. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until the tops are browned and a meat thermometer reads 160°F.
  6. Let the muffins cool for about 5 minutes before gently removing them from the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 16gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender. These can be frozen for later use.

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