**Mini Meatloaves: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish for Any Occasion**
Mini meatloaves are a delicious and convenient take on the classic comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. These individual-sized meatloaves are made with ground beef, pork, or turkey, and seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. They are then baked in a muffin tin, resulting in tender and flavorful mini loaves that can be served with a variety of sides and sauces. This article provides three delicious recipes for mini meatloaves: a classic recipe, a recipe with a tangy tomato glaze, and a recipe with a cheesy bacon topping. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and cooking tips to ensure perfect results. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these recipes will help you create a delicious and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love.
MINI MEATLOAVES
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
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
30-MINUTE MINI MEATLOAVES
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
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
MINI MEATLOAVES
Quick and easy to make. A family favorite. The ketchup and brown sugar give these loaves a fantastic flavor!
Provided by NanaPuddin
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese, breadcrumbs and salt. Add the ground beef, mixing well, and form this mixture into six to 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.
MINI MEATLOAVES
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
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 TURKEY MEATLOAVES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Generously coat 18 standard muffin cups (from two 12-cup muffin pans) with cooking spray.
- Put the oats in a small bowl and slowly pour the milk over them. Stir to make sure the oats are all coated and then let them sit for a few minutes.
- Put the turkey and bacon in a separate large bowl and add the oats and any extra milk from the bowl to it. Add the parsley, seasoned salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and 1/4 cup of the ketchup. Use your hands to mix it all together. Place a 1/4-cup scoop of the mixture in each greased muffin cup. Squirt about 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining ketchup on top of each meatloaf. Use a spoon to smear the ketchup evenly over the top, then use it to nudge the edges of the meatloaves away from the pan a bit (this just neatens them up a little).
- Bake for 25 minutes, then carefully squirt another 1/2 teaspoon of ketchup on top of each, spreading it carefully with a spoon to cover as much of the surface as possible. Continue to bake until completely cooked through and sizzling around the edges, about another 30 minutes. If there are any large areas without ketchup, go ahead and squirt/spread more as needed.
- Sprinkle the meatloaves with parsley, then let them sit in the pan for 5 to 7 minutes before serving. Run a sharp knife around the edges of the loaves to loosen them if they stick. Serve them warm with a veggie on the side
CHEESY MINI-MEATLOAVES
This is a nice twist on the normal meatloaf recipes.. 8 mini meatloaves with a yummy sauce!! I have made this several times and recently added fresh mushrooms to meat mixture before shaping into loaves and it was fantastic... endless possibilities!
Provided by AnnaMarieCooking
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat egg and milk together.
- Add cheese, oats, onion, salt, & pepper to milk/egg mixture.
- Mix in ground beef with your hands until all ingredients are incorporated well.
- Shape into 8 loaves and place into a greased 9x13 pan.
- Mix all sauce ingredients together and spoon over loaves.
- You may want to make extra sauce for after its done cooking!
- Place in 350 degree oven, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
IMPOSSIBLY EASY MINI MEATLOAVES
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 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. In large bowl, stir 1/4 cup of the ketchup and remaining ingredients until well mixed.
- Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Place meat mixture in pan; pat into 10x4-inch rectangle. Cut lengthwise down center and then crosswise into fourths to make 8 loaves. Separate loaves, using spatula, so no edges are touching. Brush loaves with remaining ketchup.
- 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 160, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
AIR FRYER MINI MEATLOAVES
Simple but so delicious. Homemade comfort food. Crispy, savory mini loaves made fast, one for everyone!
Provided by FrackFamily5 CA->CT
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil and preheat to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Mix chuck, egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, onion powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Form into 6 mini loaves.
- Place meatloaves in the preheated basket, making sure that they don't touch. Cook for 30 minutes for well done. Smooth some ketchup over each meatloaf and cook for 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 84.9 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 713.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
MINI HONEY-MUSTARD MEATLOAVES WITH ROASTED POTATOES
Our cute twist on meat and potatoes will have the little ones clamoring for more.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Brush a rimmed baking sheet with oil. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons mustard and ketchup.
- In a medium bowl, combine beef, egg, panko, 1/2 cup cheddar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and teaspoon pepper. Form into four 2-by-4-inch loaves; place on baking sheet. Brush with mustard mixture; top with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar. On another rimmed baking sheet, toss potatoes with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer meatloaves to upper rack of oven, and place potatoes on lower rack. Bake until loaves are cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes, rotating sheets after 10 minutes. Remove loaves from oven; continue to roast potatoes until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together remaining tablespoon oil, remaining teaspoon mustard, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Add lettuce to bowl, and toss. Serve meatloaves with potatoes and salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35 g
30 MINUTE MINI MEATLOAVES
Make and share this 30 Minute Mini Meatloaves recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix beef, salt and pepper, egg, crumbs, and 1/2 cup tomato sauce.
- Form into 4 loaves.
- Mix remaining cup tomato sauce with italian seasoning, garlic powder, and brown sugar.
- Place in small casserole dish.
- Bake, uncovered at 375* for 20 minutes.
- Spoon remaining sauce over loaves and bake 10 more minutes.
SUNNY'S CHEAT SHEET MINI MEATLOAVES WITH SWEET POTATOES AND BROCCOLI
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- For the meatloaves: Line a sheet pan with nonstick aluminum foil and set aside.
- Add the ground chicken to a large bowl and break it up. Set aside. Combine the basil, parsley, onion, breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, pepper, cheese, garlic, scallions, bread and egg white in a medium bowl and stir until everything is blended. Add to the chicken and gently mix with your less dominant hand, turning the bowl with the dominant hand and using your fingers on the less dominant hand as a pitchfork, folding as you go, until mixed well. Form into 4 equal parts and and place on the lined sheet pan. Form into bricks of a similar size. Set aside.
- For the meatloaf topping: Heat the pizza sauce, honey, hot sauce and plenty of black pepper in a small saucepot on medium heat until it comes to a simmer. Simmer until it reduces and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
- For the veggies: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Steam the sweet potatoes according to the package instructions, about 6 minutes. Slice into 1-inch-thick coins.
- Combine the sweet potatoes in a large bowl with the broccoli, citrus zests, garlic powder and nutmeg. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss again.
- Add the vegetables to the sheet pan with the meatloaves by placing the sweet potatoes on first, surrounding the meatloaves, then pouring over the broccoli. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove and brush the meatloaves with the topping. Spritz the vegetables with juice from the orange and lemon wedges. Continue to bake until the internal temperature of the meatloaves registers 165 degrees F, about another 15 minutes.
MINI STUFFED MEATLOAVES
Bite-size comfort, our savory mini-stuffed meatloaves can be personalized with your favorite toppings and ready in under an hour.
Provided by By Jessica Walker
Categories Appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix ground beef, oats, onion, salt, pepper and egg with hands or spoon. Using 1/4-cup measuring cup, scoop beef mixture into each muffin cup; press into cup.
- Make indentation in center of mixture in each cup. Spoon 1 tablespoon cheese into each indentation. Top each with 1 tablespoon desired topping.
- Bake 35 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaves reads 160°F. Remove from muffin cups. If desired, top with additional topping before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
MINI TEX-MEX TURKEY MEATLOAVES
Ground turkey combined with flavorful tomatoes and taco seasoning bakes quickly in mini loaves for a fast weeknight meal
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (2 meatloaves each)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray 12 regular muffin cups with cooking spray.
- 2. Mix turkey, Egg Beaters, bread crumbs, drained tomatoes plus 1/4 cup reserved liquid and taco seasoning in medium bowl. Form into 12 balls (1/4 cup each) and place in muffin cups. Top each with 1 teaspoon cheese.
- 3. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until browned and cooked through (170 degrees F).
MINI ITALIAN MEATLOAVES
Baking mouthwatering meatloaf mixture in muffin cups cuts cooking time in a family favorite.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, mix all ingredients except cheese and additional pizza sauce. Press beef mixture into 12 regular-size muffin cups (cups will be very full). Place muffin pan on cookie sheet in oven to catch any spillover.
- Bake about 30 minutes or until loaves are no longer pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center of loaves in middle of muffin pan reads 160°F.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon cheese over each loaf. Bake 1 to 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Immediately remove from cups. Serve with pizza sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g
MINI REUBEN MEATLOAVES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Put the corned beef in a food processor and pulse until finely ground; remove to a medium bowl. Add the bread to the food processor and pulse until fine; add to the corned beef. Add the ground beef, egg, milk, onion, 3/4 cup cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix well with your hands and transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Form into four 3/4-inch-thick oval patties.
- Bake the patties until lightly browned, firm and cooked through (a thermometer inserted into the centers should register 160 degrees F), 20 to 23 minutes. Evenly top the meatloaves with the sauerkraut and remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer the meatloaves to plates and top with Russian dressing and parsley. Serve with potato chips and pickles.
MINI MEATLOAVES
Individual meatloaves bake faster than one big loaf. And kids will love having their own little loaf!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Beat milk and egg with fork in large bowl. Mix in beef, bread crumbs and salad dressing mix (dry). Shape into 6 small loaves. Place in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Brush loaves with Worcestershire sauce.
- Bake uncovered 35 to 45 minutes until no longer pink in centers of loaves and juice is clear. (If using meat thermometer, insert so tip is in center of one loaf. Thermometer should read at least 160°F.)
- Decorate with strips of cheese. Let stand 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg
POTATO TOPPED MINI MEATLOAVES
Try a fun new way to serve meatloaf and mashed potatoes! Check out the time-saving tips to make this a rush hour recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Place foil baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
- In 2-quart saucepan, make potatoes as directed on pouch. Set aside. In large bowl, mix meatloaf mixture ingredients. Press about 3 tablespoons meat mixture in each muffin cup.
- In small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients except parsley. Spread about 2 teaspoons sauce over meatloaf mixture in each muffin cup. Place potato mixture in decorating bag fitted with #847 or desired tip. Pipe potatoes on cupcakes.
- Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of cupcake reads 160°F. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
COOKING LIGHT'S TURKEY MINI MEATLOAVES
From the April 2007 issue of Cooking Light magazine. The recipe can easily be doubled to feed 6 (increasing the baking time to 45-50 minutes).
Provided by Ms B.
Categories Poultry
Time 40m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion to pan; saute 5 minutes or until slightly browned. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
- Combine onion, breadcrumbs, and next 7 ingredients (through egg white) in a large bowl.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of the ketchup.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup of the meat mixture into each of 3 muffin cups coated with cooking spray; place muffin tin on a baking sheet. (This is necessary to keep the oven clean, as the juices of the meatloaves tend to bubble up out of the muffin cups and can drip on the floor of the oven.).
- Combine remaining 1 tablespoon ketchup with hot pepper sauce in a small bowl. Brush ketchup mixture over meat loaf tops.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until a thermometer registers 165 degrees.
MINI BUFFALO TURKEY MEATLOAVES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450˚ F. Combine the onion, chopped carrot and garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped; transfer to a large bowl. Add the turkey, egg, panko, milk, 2 tablespoons hot sauce, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix well with your hands. Form into four 3/4-inch-thick oval patties on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake the patties until lightly browned, firm and a thermometer inserted into the centers registers 160˚ F, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Whisk the melted butter and remaining 1/3 cup hot sauce in a bowl. Brush the tops of the meatloaves with half of the sauce, then return to the oven until the sauce is baked in, about 4 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining sauce.
- Transfer the meatloaves to plates. Toss the broccoli, grated carrots and celery with the blue cheese dressing; serve with the meatloaves.
GRILLED CHEESE AND BACON MINI MEATLOAVES
Love meatloaf? Make it on the grill for a summertime treat!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill for indirect cooking as directed by manufacturer.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix all ingredients except bacon. On work surface, pat mixture into 7-inch square. Cut into 4 (3 1/2-inch) squares. Top each square with 2 half-slices bacon; attach with toothpicks.
- Carefully spray grill rack with cooking spray. Place patties on unheated side of two-burner gas grill or over drip pan on charcoal grill (medium heat). (If using one-burner gas grill, cook over low heat.) Cover grill; cook 20 to 25 minutes or until slightly pink in center.
- Using spatula, turn patties over. Cover grill; cook 5 to 8 minutes longer or until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F and bacon is crisp. Remove toothpicks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- Choose the right ground meat: For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. You can also use all beef or all pork, but the combination of the two meats creates a more moist and flavorful meatloaf.
- Don't overmix the meat: Overmixing the meat will make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs: Fresh breadcrumbs will help to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful. If you don't have fresh breadcrumbs, you can use dry breadcrumbs, but be sure to soak them in milk before adding them to the meat mixture.
- Add some vegetables: Adding some vegetables to the meat mixture, such as chopped onion, celery, or carrots, will add flavor and moisture. You can also add a cup of cooked rice or oatmeal for a heartier meatloaf.
- Season the meat mixture well: Be sure to season the meat mixture well with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce or ketchup for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Mini 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 little planning and preparation, you can make mini meatloaves that are sure to impress your family and friends.
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