Mini Meatloaf Muffins
Individual, tender meatloaf muffins with a savory ground beef and herb filling, topped with a sweet-tangy barbecue glaze for a crowd-pleasing American-style appetizer or family meal.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, ketchup, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper until just mixed
- Divide the meat mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing gently to shape
- In a small bowl, mix barbecue sauce and brown sugar until smooth
- Spoon a small amount of glaze over the top of each meatloaf muffin
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C)
- Let rest in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving plate
- Serve warm with sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables
Notes
Avoid overmixing the meat to maintain tenderness
Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness
Resting the meatloaves ensures they hold their shape
Substitute ketchup with tomato paste if preferred
Double the recipe for larger batches
Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness
Resting the meatloaves ensures they hold their shape
Substitute ketchup with tomato paste if preferred
Double the recipe for larger batches