Description
Succulent mini meatloaf combines ground beef, herbs, and rich seasonings for a hearty family dinner. Perfectly portioned and easily customized, these individual servings will satisfy hunger while bringing comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) ketchup (for topping)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) ketchup
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375F (190C), preparing a baking sheet or muffin tin with light oil coating.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, milk, egg, diced onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Carefully form the meat mixture into 4 uniform mini loaf shapes, ensuring consistent size and shape for even cooking.
- Arrange the mini meatloaves on the prepared baking surface, maintaining slight separation between each portion.
- Generously brush the top of each mini meatloaf with additional ketchup, creating a flavorful glaze.
- Transfer to preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until internal temperature reaches 160F (71C) for safe consumption.
- Remove from oven and allow meatloaves to rest for 5 minutes, which helps retain moisture and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that’s lower in fat.
- Add finely diced bell peppers or grated carrots to boost vegetable content and enhance nutritional value.
- Ensure even cooking by using a muffin tin, which helps mini meatloaves maintain consistent shape and prevents burning.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or rolled oats to maintain moisture and binding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg