Calling all BBQ and meatloaf enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our mouthwatering BBQ Cheddar Mini Meatloaf Muffins. These individual-sized meatloaves are packed with flavor and topped with a tangy BBQ sauce and melted cheddar cheese.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process of making these delicious treats from start to finish. We'll provide you with a detailed recipe for the meatloaf mixture, along with instructions on how to assemble and bake the muffins. And if you're looking for a little something extra, we've also included a recipe for a homemade BBQ sauce that will take your meatloaf muffins to the next level.
Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a weeknight meal, or simply craving a hearty and satisfying dish, our BBQ Cheddar Mini Meatloaf Muffins are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!
MINI BBQ CHEDDAR MEATLOAVES
Mini BBQ Cheddar Meatloaves are flavored with melty cheddar cheese and sweet BBQ sauce. This tasty twist on classic meatloaf is a hit with my family!
Provided by Iowa Girl Eats
Categories entree, freezer friendly, kid friendly
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut onion in half then each half into thin slices. Melt butter in a large skillet or pot over medium heat then add onion and a dash of salt. Cook, stirring every couple of minutes, until onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Turn heat down if onions start to burn. Set aside to cool slightly - can be made ahead of time.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl combine ground beef, egg, Worcestershire sauce, 2 Tablespoons BBQ sauce, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, cheese cubes, and caramelized onions, then mix until just combined. Divide mixture into 4 equal-sized portions then form into loaves and place on a foil-lined, non-stick-sprayed baking sheet. Spread 1 Tablespoon BBQ sauce over each loaf then bake for 20 minutes, or until no longer pink in the center, and then serve.
MEATLOAF MUFFINS WITH BARBECUE SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Put ground beef into a big bowl. Put onion and celery into a food processor. Cut the bell pepper in half, rip out the seeds and throw them into your garbage bowl. Cut the pepper into a few pieces and add to the food processor. Pulse the processor blades to finely chop the vegetables into very small pieces then add them to the meat bowl. Add egg, beaten with milk, bread crumbs and grill seasoning to the bowl. Next, mix together the smoky barbecue sauce, the salsa and the Worcestershire sauce. Pour half the sauce mixture into the bowl with the meatloaf mix. Mix the meatloaf together with your hands. Wash up. Brush a 12-muffin tin (1/2-cup each) with vegetable oil or extra-virgin olive oil. Use an ice cream scoop to help you fill meat into a each tin. Top each meat loaf with a spoonful of extra sauce. Bake about 20 minutes. Cut open 1 muffin to test that the middle is cooked through. While meatloaf muffins bake, make green beans in the microwave. Serve meatloaf with Smashed Potatoes and Cream Cheese on the side, too.
- Place bacon between paper towels and microwave 60 seconds on high. Cool bacon and chop or crumble up.
- Place green beans in a bowl and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and microwave green beans on high for 5 minutes, stir and cook 5 minutes more. Remove wrap and top green beans with crumbled bacon.
- Boil potatoes until tender, 15 minutes. While the water boils and when the potatoes are cooking, you can be working on the meatloaf recipe.
- When the potatoes are tender, drain them and return them to the hot pot to let them dry out a bit. Mash potatoes with half-and-half or milk using a potato masher. Add in the cream cheese and smash until the cheese melts into the potatoes. Then add chives and scallions and season with salt and pepper, to your taste.
MINI BARBECUE MEAT LOAVES
I gave classic meat loaf a tasty twist by adding barbecue sauce. My kids usually get bored with beef entrees, but they keep asking for this dish. It's become a dinner staple at my house. -Vicki Smith, Okeechobee, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, mix barbecue sauce, salsa and Worcestershire sauce; reserve 1/2 cup mixture for topping. Add bread crumbs, onion, pepper, egg and steak seasoning to remaining sauce mixture. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly., Place 1/3 cup beef mixture in each of 12 greased muffin cups. Spoon reserved sauce mixture over tops., Bake 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 5 minutes before removing from pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BBQ CHEDDAR MINI MEATLOAF "MUFFINS"
I've always loved meatloaf- but never could find the right recipe. I especially hate all the fat left in the pan after a regular loaf is baked. This recipe is easy, absolutely delicious, and since you have 12 small "muffins" instead of 1 large loaf, there is not a lot of fat left in the bottom of the tin. If you don't want to stray from traditional meatloaf- go ahead and use ketchup instead- but I recommend trying the BBQ at least once- my family loves it! Also great for potlucks since everyone can have their own individual muffin!
Provided by Isaacs Mama
Categories Meat
Time 35m
Yield 12 muffins, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place all ingredients in gallon zip-loc bag (except 1/4 cup of cheese & BBQ sauce). Squeeze until just mixed. (This keeps the mess out of preparing meatloaf!) Spoon mixture into a 12 cup muffin tin and press down firmly with back of spoon. Top with remaining BBQ sauce and place in oven for 25-35 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cheese on each muffin and bake additional 5 minutes. Allow to cool 5 minutes before removing from tins.
LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times since. My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites. -Kathy Bowron, Cocolalla, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 8 loaves; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right ground beef: Use a lean ground beef (85% lean or higher) to ensure the meatloaf muffins are not too greasy.
- Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Form the meatloaf muffins firmly: This will help them hold their shape when baking.
- Use a muffin tin with liners: This will make it easy to remove the meatloaf muffins from the tin.
- Cook the meatloaf muffins until they are cooked through: The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf muffins cool before serving: This will help them set and make them easier to slice.
- Serve the meatloaf muffins with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad are all great options.
Conclusion:
BBQ Cheddar Mini Meatloaf Muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated. With their smoky BBQ flavor and cheesy cheddar center, these meatloaf muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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