Description
These Meatloaf Muffins are a fun twist on traditional meatloaf, perfect for portion control and easy serving. Packed with flavor and topped with a sweet glaze, they’re a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Meatloaf Muffins:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, grated onion, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined—do not overwork the meat.
- Form the muffins: Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, gently pressing it in.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix together the topping ingredients and spoon a bit over each meatloaf muffin.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
- Rest and serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Great for meal prep or freezer meals—just cool and freeze individually.
- Add shredded cheese to the mixture or topping for a cheesy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
