Description
These Mini Meatloaf Muffins deliver classic comfort in a convenient, quick-bake format—perfect for families, meal prep, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- For the Glaze:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup mini loaf or muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme just until combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly into muffin cups, pressing lightly to shape.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spoon or brush glaze over each mini meatloaf.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C). Optionally broil for 2 minutes for a crisp top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before removing and serving warm.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the meat and let muffins rest after baking for best texture. Swap ground beef for turkey, use gluten-free breadcrumbs, or add veggies to personalize and lighten the recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: mini meatloaf, meatloaf muffins, mini loaf pan recipes, quick dinner, kid-friendly