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Quick Mini Meatloaf Muffins with Simple Glaze

Four perfectly baked mini meatloaf portions topped with a shiny, thick red glaze, served on a white plate.
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Prepare these perfectly portioned mini meatloaf muffins for a fast, family-friendly dinner. Baking them in a muffin tin shortens the cook time, making this an easy weeknight dinner solution ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (85% lean recommended)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed Ritz crackers for flavor)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (for the mix)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (for the mix)
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (for the glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for the glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for the glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, 1/4 cup ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.
  3. Divide the meat mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Press the mixture lightly into the bottom and up the sides to form small cups or mini loaves.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients: 1/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.
  5. Spoon about one teaspoon of the glaze mixture over the top of each mini meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit and the glaze is set.
  7. Let the mini meatloaves cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes or vegetables for a complete comfort food meal.

Notes

  • For faster cooking, use a sheet pan instead of a muffin tin, shaping the mixture into 6 larger portions and baking for about 30 minutes.
  • These meatloaf bites freeze well; cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to three months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef if you prefer a lighter option.

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