Meatloaf Muffins

Here’s a fun and easy recipe for Meatloaf Muffins 🧁🍖 — all the comfort of classic meatloaf, baked in muffin tins for faster cooking and perfect portions.

🥘 Ingredients (makes 12 muffins):

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or mix beef & pork/turkey)

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)

• ½ cup milk

• 1 large egg

• ½ small onion, finely diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for extra flavor)

• 2 tablespoons ketchup

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)

• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

For Topping:

• ½ cup ketchup (or BBQ sauce)

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for a sweet glaze)

• 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep Oven & Pan

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.

2. Mix Meatloaf Base

   • In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let soak 2–3 minutes.

   • Add beef, egg, onion, garlic, cheese, ketchup, Worcestershire, and seasonings.

   • Mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix, or muffins get dense).

3. Fill Muffin Tin

   • Divide mixture evenly into muffin cups. Press lightly so they hold shape.

4. Add Topping

   • In a small bowl, mix ketchup (plus brown sugar and mustard if using).

   • Spread a spoonful on top of each muffin.

5. Bake

   • Bake 20–25 minutes, until cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C).

6. Serve

   • Let rest 5 minutes, then serve with mashed potatoes or veggies.

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