Best 10 Ranch Mini Meat Loaves Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Ranch Mini Meat Loaves, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. These individual-sized meatloaves are bursting with savory ground beef, aromatic herbs, and the tangy goodness of ranch dressing mix. Perfectly seasoned and baked to tender perfection, each mini meatloaf is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served with a rich and creamy gravy, these miniature masterpieces are sure to become a family favorite.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey through three delectable variations of Ranch Mini Meat Loaves. The Classic Ranch Mini Meat Loaves are a timeless favorite, featuring a simple yet flavorful combination of ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and the iconic ranch dressing mix. For those who crave a bit of heat, the Spicy Ranch Mini Meat Loaves pack a punch with the addition of diced jalapeños and a touch of cayenne pepper. And for those who love the combination of sweet and savory, the BBQ Ranch Mini Meat Loaves are a delightful treat, glazed with a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce.

Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create these culinary wonders. Whether you're preparing a cozy family dinner, a potluck gathering, or an impressive party spread, these Ranch Mini Meat Loaves are guaranteed to steal the show. So, grab your apron, fire up the oven, and let's embark on this delicious adventure together!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested 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.

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

RANCH MINI MEAT LOAVES



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Found in a booklet from Pillsbury. Very tasty and easy. The ranch dressing mix is a bit salty so, if you prefer, you can use less.

Provided by Kats Mom

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 6 mini-loaves, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%)
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (any flavor)
1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix (.4 oz envelope)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In large bowl, beat milk and egg with a fork.
  • Mix in beef, bread crumbs and dressing mix.
  • Shape into 6 small loaves.
  • Place in an ungreased 13"x9" pan.
  • Brush loaves with Worcestershire Sauce.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 35-45 minutes until center is no longer pink and juices run clear (at least 160 degrees).
  • Decorate with strips of cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 127.2, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 17.1

EASY RANCH MEATLOAF



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Ground beef, 1 Egg, Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix Shaker, and bread crumbs is all you need to make this easy ranch meatloaf recipe the entire family will love!

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¾ pound ground beef
1 egg
2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Salad® Dressing & Seasoning Mix Shaker
1⁄3 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl, but avoid excessive handling for a moist meatloaf. Form into a loaf and place in a baking dish or loaf pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Remove from oven and let the meatloaf stand covered for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY MINI MEAT LOAVES



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This is a recipe adapted from the Gooseberry Patch's "Meals in Minutes". These are very easy and cheap to make for a weeknight meal for the family. This is good to make ahead and refrigerate until time to cook. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by Jeniferbz

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 10 muffins, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces refrigerated biscuits
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 cup catsup, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion (or 1 tsp onion powder)
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup quick oats, uncooked
1 cup shredded cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Divide and press biscuit dough across the bottom and up the sides of 10 greased muffins cups; set aside. I flattened the dough on a cookie sheet to make it fit better.
  • Combine beef, 1/2 cup catsup, onion, egg, oats, and seasonings in bowl; mix well.
  • Form into 10 balls and place one in each biscuit cup.
  • Spread remaining catsup over the tops and sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.1, Fat 46.8, SaturatedFat 17.9, Cholesterol 186.6, Sodium 2675.9, Carbohydrate 64.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 21.8, Protein 46.7

MINI MEATLOAVES



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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

1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1 pound lean ground beef
1/4 cup Progresso™ dry bread crumbs (any flavor)
1 package (0.4 ounce) ranch dressing mix
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Strips of cheese, if desired

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

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

RANCH MEATLOAF



Ranch Meatloaf image

Change up your usual meatloaf recipe with Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix.

Provided by Hidden Valley Ranch

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hidden Valley®

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

¾ pound ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1 (1 ounce) packet Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl, but avoid excessive handling for a moist meatloaf. Form into a loaf and place in a baking dish or loaf pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from oven and let the meatloaf stand covered for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 166.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 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

Tips:

  • Use a lean ground beef to reduce the fat content of the meatloaf.
  • If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or oatmeal.
  • Add some grated vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini, to the meatloaf mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Shape the meatloaf mixture into individual mini loaves for easier serving and cooking.
  • Bake the mini meat loaves in a muffin tin for a uniform shape and to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Baste the mini meat loaves with the ranch dressing mixture during the last few minutes of baking for extra flavor.
  • Serve the mini meat loaves with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.

Conclusion:

These Ranch Mini Meat Loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. The ranch dressing mixture adds a tangy and flavorful twist to the classic meatloaf recipe. Serve these mini meat loaves with your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal.

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