Best 5 Muffin Tin Meatloaf Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Calling all meatloaf lovers! If you're tired of the same old boring meatloaf recipe, then you need to try these muffin tin meatloaves with delicious sauces. These individual-sized meatloaves are not only easy to make but also a great way to mix things up.

Each recipe in this article uses simple, everyday ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. From the classic Salisbury steak sauce to the tangy BBQ sauce, there's a recipe here for everyone. And because these meatloaves are baked in a muffin tin, they're perfectly portioned and cook evenly. So whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive dish for a party, these muffin tin meatloaves with sauces have you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MUFFIN-PAN MEAT LOAVES



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I used to have a catering business, and my specialty was comfort food. I once needed a gluten-free meat loaf, and my clients went nuts over this recipe. I often use an 8x8-in. pan or a loaf pan, but a muffin tin really cuts the cooking time. -Vangie Panagotopulos, Moorestown, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 pound ground turkey
TOPPING:
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Add beef and turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Place 1/3 cup mixture into each of 12 ungreased muffin cups, pressing lightly., In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; spoon over meat loaves. Bake, uncovered until a thermometer reads 165°, 15-20 minutes. Freeze option: Bake meat loaves without topping. Cool meat loaves, and freeze, covered, on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet until firm. Transfer meat loaves to an airtight container; return to freezer. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place meat loaves on a greased shallow baking pan. Prepare topping as directed; spread over tops. Bake in a preheated 350° oven until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

MEXICAN MEATLOAF MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: tomato sauce, honey, white vinegar, Club House® Taco Seasoning, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, lean ground beef, bread crumbs, Club House® Taco Seasoning, large eggs, nonstick cooking spray, small flour tortillas, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream

Provided by Ivan Diaz

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup tomato sauce
2 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon Club House® Taco Seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup yellow onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 lb lean ground beef
¼ cup bread crumbs
1 packet Club House® Taco Seasoning
2 large eggs, beaten
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
12 small flour tortillas
guacamole
salsa
shredded cheese
sour cream

Steps:

  • Make the taco sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, honey, vinegar, and Club House® Taco Seasoning until smooth. Set aside.
  • Make the meatloaf muffins: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Heat olive oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened and starting to brown. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute, until fragrant. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Add the ground beef to a large bowl with the cooked onion and garlic, bread crumbs, Club House® Taco Seasoning, eggs, and ½ cup taco sauce. Mix until well combined.
  • Divide the beef mixture into 12 4-ounce balls.
  • Grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray. Gently press the tortillas into each muffin cup, making mini bowls. Place a meatloaf ball in each bowl and top each with 1 teaspoon taco sauce.
  • Bake the meatloaf muffins for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the beef reaches 70°C (160°F). Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the muffins from the tin. Serve with guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, and sour cream for topping.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

MUFFIN TIN MEATLOAF



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In this post, we'll show you how to make Muffin Tin Meatloaf. These perfectly portioned meatloaves are made with a blend of meat, pantry spices, and easy to find ingredients. Ready in 40 minutes from start to finish, your final meal will be a hit!

Provided by Muffin Tin Recipes

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds meatloaf mix (pre-packaged meat available at your grocer's meat counter. )
1 large egg
¼ cup yellow mustard
½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced onion
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Add meat, and every ingredient listed to a large mixing bowl. Using gloved hands, combine until mixed.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, add meat to each muffin tin space. *see image in post.
  • Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
  • Allow meat loaves to rest for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan. Allow excess grease to cool before discarding in the trash.
  • Serve warm with your choice of sides. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 159 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 308 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g

MEAT LOAF MUFFINS



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Serve these tangy meat loaf muffins for dinner or slice them up for a take-along sandwich lunch. They're just as flavorful after freezing. -Cheryl Norwood, Canton, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3 tablespoons ketchup
Additional ketchup, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Mix the first 5 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Press about 1/3 cupful into each of 12 ungreased muffin cups., Bake 15 minutes. Brush tops with 3 tablespoons ketchup; bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-7 minutes. If desired, serve with additional ketchup. , Freeze option: Bake meat loaves without ketchup; cover and freeze on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet until firm. Transfer meat loaves to an airtight freezer container; return to freezer. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place meat loaves on a greased shallow baking pan. Spread with ketchup. Bake in a preheated 350° oven until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

EASY MINI MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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Homemade meatloaf with a yummy sweet twist. I didn't have any breadcrumbs for the traditional meatloaf, so I searched my cabinets and came up with this meatloaf. It was a huge hit with the kids. It's sweet but still a meatloaf. The cornmeal and brown sugar just made it out of this world! Also, once cooked, they are very easy to store and pack up for leftovers. Serve with some smashed potatoes and green beans.

Provided by MomLovesMaddie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups cornmeal
½ cup brown sugar
½ onion, diced
4 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Place ground beef, egg, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix with your hands until well combined. Mix in cornmeal, brown sugar, onion, and ketchup until incorporated. Press mixture firmly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup 3/4 full.
  • Bake in the oven until no longer pink in the center, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before popping out of the muffin tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 314.2 mg, Sugar 32 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ground meats to create a flavorful and moist meatloaf. Ground beef, pork, and turkey are all good options.
  • Add some vegetables to your meatloaf mixture for added nutrition and flavor. Finely chopped onions, carrots, and celery are all good choices.
  • Season your meatloaf mixture with your favorite herbs and spices. Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme are all good choices.
  • Use a muffin tin to cook your meatloaf instead of a traditional loaf pan. This will help to create individual servings that are easy to cook and serve.
  • Bake your meatloaf at a high temperature for a short period of time to create a crispy crust. Then, reduce the temperature and continue to cook until the meatloaf is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Muffin tin meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. By following these tips, you can create a moist and flavorful meatloaf that your whole family will enjoy.

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