How do I make mini meatloaf muffins?

Get ready for adorable and delicious mini meatloaf muffins that are perfect for portion control! These cute little bites are packed with all the flavor of traditional meatloaf and make a fun and easy weeknight dinner option.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make mini meatloaf muffins. Items include: Ground beef Breadcrumbs Minced onion Minced garlic Ketchup Worcestershire sauce Dried thyme Salt Pepper Egg Brown sugar Dijon mustard

Ground beef 1 pound (450 grams)
Breadcrumbs 1/2 cup
Minced onion 1/4 cup
Minced garlic 2 cloves
Ketchup 1/4 cup
Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon
Dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Egg 1
Brown sugar 2 tablespoons
Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon

Take note
Handle the hot muffin tin with oven mitts to prevent burns. And be prepared for some serious flavor explosions!

1

Mix It Up!

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and an egg. Use your hands to mix everything together until well combined.

2

Shape 'Em Up!

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a muffin tin and lightly grease each muffin cup with cooking spray. Divide the meat mixture evenly into the greased muffin cups, pressing it down gently to form a compact mini meatloaf in each cup.

3

Get Saucy!

In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spoon a dollop of the sauce over each mini meatloaf, spreading it evenly with the back of the spoon.

4

Bake to Perfection!

Pop the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake the mini meatloaf muffins for about 20-25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.