Description
These mini meatloaves are packed with flavor and are incredibly easy to prepare. With ground beef, fresh veggies, and gooey cheese, they make a delightful quick dinner or a comforting meal any day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices of cheese (mozzarella or cheddar), cut into small squares
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard (optional)
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, green bell pepper (if using), milk, egg, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into 8 portions, flatten into patties, place a piece of cheese in the center, and wrap the meat around the cheese, sealing well.
- Arrange the mini meatloaves on the prepared sheet or muffin tin. Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl and spread over each.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the glaze is bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes after baking.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
You can add other vegetables like grated carrot for extra nutrition.
Customize the glaze by adding hot sauce for a spicy kick.
For a healthier option, use turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg