Best 14 Homemade Individual Meat Loaves Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of homemade individual meat loaves, crafted with love and packed with flavor. These miniature masterpieces offer a delightful twist on the classic meatloaf, providing a convenient and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a party appetizer.

Featuring a variety of recipes, this article caters to every taste and preference. From the classic All-American Meatloaf with its blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, to the tangy and flavorful Italian-Style Meatloaf infused with herbs and spices, there's a recipe here to satisfy every craving.

If you're seeking a healthier option, try the Turkey Meatloaf, which offers a lean and protein-packed alternative without compromising on taste. Seafood lovers will delight in the Crab-Stuffed Meatloaf, a unique and indulgent combination of crab, shrimp, and a savory meatloaf filling.

For those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Meatloaf provides a delicious option that caters to individuals with gluten sensitivities. And for a vegetarian twist, the Lentil Meatloaf offers a plant-based alternative that's packed with protein and flavor.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, making it easy for home cooks of all skill levels to create these mouthwatering individual meat loaves. Whether you prefer a traditional meatloaf or are seeking a creative twist, this article has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MINI MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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Easy Mini Meatloaf Muffins made with ground beef or ground turkey and topped with homemade bbq sauce. Easier and healthier than traditional meatloaf.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef ((or ground turkey))
2/3 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup onion (, chopped)
1 Tablespoon barbecue sauce
1 Tablespoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 egg (, lightly beaten)
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl (using your hands or a large spoon), combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, 1 Tbsp barbecue sauce, mustard, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and egg.
  • Divide the mixture among the 12 cups in a standard muffin tin, pressing them down to fill the cup. Bake for 15 minutes.
  • In the meantime, in a small bowl mix together all of the ingredients for the sauce.
  • Remove the meatloaf from oven and use a paper towel to soak up any grease on the meatloaf.
  • Generously spoon sauce over each mini meat loaf. Return to oven for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the meat is cooked through.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and any extra sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon good olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup canned chicken stock or broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 1/2 pounds ground chuck (81 percent lean)
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs (recommended: Progresso)
2 extra-large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended: Heinz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meatloaf will be dense.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 (10 to 11-ounce) portions and shape each portion into a small loaf on a sheet pan. Spread about a tablespoon of ketchup on the top of each portion. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the internal temperature is 155 to 160 degrees F and the meat loaves are cooked through. Serve hot.

MEAT LOAF



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Nothing says classic comfort like Ina Garten's Meatloaf recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon good olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup canned chicken stock or broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 1/2 pounds ground chuck (81 percent lean)
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs (recommended: Progresso)
2 extra-large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended: Heinz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meat loaf will be dense. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper. Spread the ketchup evenly on top. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F and the meat loaf is cooked through. (A pan of hot water in the oven, under the meat loaf, will keep the top from cracking.) Serve hot.

MINI MEATLOAVES



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Simple basic weeknight dinner. There's a mixture of pork and turkey to keep it meaty and flavorful. But you can use all ground turkey if you like. The football shape is perfect for a game night.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces lean ground pork
8 ounces lean ground turkey
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
4 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano, plus more for garnish, optional
2 large egg whites
1 medium red onion, grated (about 1/3 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Gently combine the pork and turkey by hand in a large bowl. Stir together the oats, 2 tablespoons of the ketchup, 1/2 tablespoon of the mustard, the soy sauce, oregano, egg whites, onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl until combined. Add the oat mixture to the meat mixture and combine by hand until just incorporated.
  • Form the meatloaf mixture into 4 small football-shaped loaves, about 4 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick, and place on the prepared pan. Stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons ketchup and 1/2 tablespoon mustard in a small bowl. Brush some of the ketchup mixture on each meatloaf.
  • Bake until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Garnish with additional fresh oregano if desired, and serve.

MINI MEATLOAVES



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Quick and easy to make. A family favorite. The ketchup and brown sugar give these loaves a tangy flavor.

Provided by Tonya Swope

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
¾ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
⅔ cup ketchup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese, oats and salt. Add the ground beef, mixing well, and form this mixture into eight miniature meatloaves. Place these in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard. Stir thoroughly and spread over each meatloaf.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 656 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

MICHELLE'S MARVELOUS MINI MEAT LOAVES



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This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe that pairs well with lightly seasoned, oven roasted potatoes and steamed broccoli or a salad.

Provided by stellaaa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup rolled oats
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup ketchup
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir ground beef, onion, oats, Cheddar cheese, milk, egg, and salt together in a bowl; mix well. Divide meat mixture into 8 equal portions and form each into a loaf shape. Place loaves in prepared baking dish.
  • Stir ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together in a bowl until smooth. Spread ketchup mixture over meat loaves.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 656.6 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Good olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (2 large)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (81% lean)
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
Ketchup, in a squeeze bottle
Fresh thyme stems, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium (10-inch) saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender but not browned. Off the heat add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl combine the ground meats, the onion mixture, breadcrumbs, and eggs and mix lightly with a fork. (Don't mash the mixture or the meatloaf will be too dense.) Divide the mixture into six (10-ounce) portions and place them on the prepared sheet pan.
  • Squeeze ketchup in a zigzag pattern on top of each meatloaf. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the internal temperature is 155 to 160 degrees. Serve hot with a garnish of thyme.

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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I ESPECIALLY like this recipe because it makes a nice meal for two without lots of leftovers. The pork gives this meat loaf a moist, tasty, old-fashioned flavor-it's one of our favorite main dishes. -Kim McMurl Fargo, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup cracker crumbs
1/2 pound uncooked ground pork
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, beat egg; add milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion salt, pepper and crumbs. Add pork and mix well. Shape into two 5-in. x 2-1/2-in. loaves; place in a small baking pan. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over loaves. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour or until no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts :

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 individual loaves

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small onion, minced
1 green bell pepper, minced
Salt and pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup milk
2 slices bread
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal
1 egg
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Saute the onion and pepper in the oil for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tender but not browned. Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir in the garlic. Cook for 1 minute and set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, pour the milk over the bread and let soak for 5 minutes. Squeeze the excess milk from the bread and combine with the remaining ingredients, adding the onion mixture and season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture into 6 even portions and shape into mini loaves. Bake for 20 minutes, or until done.

30-MINUTE MINI MEATLOAVES



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Slash the bake time of meatloaf when you make mini-loaves. Meatloaf is now doable for weeknights!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. In small bowl, stir ketchup and brown sugar until mixed; reserve 1/4 cup for topping. In large bowl, stir remaining ingredients and remaining ketchup mixture until well mixed.
  • Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Place meat mixture in pan; pat into 12x4-inch rectangle. Cut lengthwise down center and then crosswise into sixths to form 12 loaves. Separate loaves, using spatula, so no edges are touching. Brush loaves with reserved 1/4 cup ketchup mixture.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until loaves are no longer pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center of loaves reads 160°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g

ITALIAN MEAT LOAVES



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We raise hogs, so pork is something I cook with a lot. These miniature meat loaves made with ground pork and Italian herbs are full of flavor. Our children especially like the topping of ketchup and Parmesan cheese. -Patricia Staudt, Marble Rock, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup cracker or bread crumbs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
2 pounds ground pork
1/4 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs, milk, 1/2 cup cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Crumble pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 10 individual loaves. , Place on a rack in a greased large shallow baking pan. Spread ketchup over loaves; sprinkle with remaining cheese and Italian seasoning. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

LITTLE MEAT LOAVES



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These individual meat loaves are topped with a sweet and tangy sauce. The sausage in this recipe yields a more complex flavor than your standard meat loaf.

Provided by ELIZABETH 45

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggs, beaten
¾ cup crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried Italian-style seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground sausage
1 cup ketchup
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cracker crumbs, milk, cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, Italian-style seasoning, garlic salt, ground beef and ground sausage. Mix this together well and form into individual loaves. Place the loaves in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Mix this together well and spoon some of this sauce over each loaf. Garnish each loaf with some Parmesan cheese and seasoning to taste.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1918.6 mg, Sugar 30.7 g

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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Make and share this Individual Meat Loaves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup canned chicken stock or 1/3 cup broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 1/2 lbs ground chuck (81 percent lean)
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs (recommended -- Progresso)
2 extra-large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended -- Heinz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meatloaf will be dense. Divide the mixture into 6 (10 to 11-ounce) portions and shape each portion into a small loaf on a sheet pan. Spread about a tablespoon of ketchup on the top of each portion. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the internal temperature is 155 to 160 degrees F and the meat loaves are cooked through. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.2, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 200.2, Sodium 1131.1, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 2, Sugar 10, Protein 38.1

INDIVIDUAL MEAT LOAVES



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I have not tried this recipe, as yet, but it sounds great. i took it from a reminisce, cooking for two, cookbook.

Provided by taillightsinsightbb

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 LOAVES, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup cracker crumb
1/2 lb uncooked ground beef or 1/2 lb pork
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In amedium bowl, beat egg, add milk, worcestershire sauce, onion salt, pepper and crumbs.
  • add ground beef or pork and mix well.
  • shape into two 5 inch x 2 1/2 inch loaves.
  • place in a small baking pan.
  • combine remaining ingredients,.
  • pour over loaves.
  • bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 1 hour or until on longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.9, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 186.1, Sodium 502, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 42.5, Protein 26.9

Tips:

  • Use a lean ground beef to prevent the meatloaf from becoming too greasy.
  • Add bread crumbs or crackers to the meatloaf mixture to help bind the ingredients together and add texture.
  • Eggs can also be added to the meatloaf mixture to help bind the ingredients together and add moisture.
  • Season the meatloaf mixture with your favorite herbs and spices, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Form the meatloaf mixture into individual loaves and place them in a baking dish.
  • Bake the meatloaves in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Let the meatloaves cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Individual meatloaves are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a variety of different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be an individual meatloaf recipe that everyone will love.

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