Enjoy these easy mini meatloaf muffins made with ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, and a savory sauce. Perfectly portioned for quick meals or freezing ahead.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey for a healthier option
- 1 cup breadcrumbs use gluten-free if preferred
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- Dash of nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef (or turkey), breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin lightly with oil or cooking spray.
- 4. Divide the meat mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing it down firmly to fill each cup.
- 5. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- 6. While the meatloaf is baking, mix together ketchup, maple syrup, nutmeg, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl to make the sauce.
- 7. After 15 minutes, remove the meatloaf muffins from the oven.
- 8. Carefully blot out any excess grease from the muffin cups if necessary.
- 9. Spoon the prepared sauce evenly over each meatloaf muffin.
- 10. Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the meatloaf muffins are cooked through and the sauce is caramelized.
- 11. Once cooked, allow the mini meatloaf muffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them hot with your favorite sides!
Notes
Don't forget the Homemade Tarter Sauce!