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Delicious Meatloaf Muffins baked in a muffin tin for easy serving.

Meatloaf Muffins

These Meatloaf Muffins are a quick, portioned twist on classic meatloaf, perfect for busy nights and meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 10 muffins
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Base
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 is great) You can mix beef with turkey or pork too.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian) Helps bind the mixture.
  • 1/3 cup milk Added for moisture.
  • 1 piece egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced Can be optional depending on preferences.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Quick Glaze
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin or use liners.
  2. In a big bowl, mix milk and breadcrumbs and let it sit for 2 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Mix with your hands just until combined; do not overwork.
  5. Divide mixture into 10 to 12 muffin cups and gently level the tops.
Baking
  1. Stir glaze ingredients together and spoon a small amount on each muffin.
  2. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Let rest for 5 minutes before removing from the tin.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes and a green vegetable. Freeze extras and reheat with added glaze if desired.