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Meatloaf Muffins

These meatloaf muffins have a cheddar center and a tangy BBQ-ketchup topping. A fun, individually portioned spin on classic meatloaf.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Meatloaf muffins
Servings: 12
Author: Linley Hanson

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs. 85% ground beef
  • ½ small white onion grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 8 oz. cheddar cheese cubed into 12 cubes
  • ½ cup bbq sauce any kind
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a muffin tin with muffin liners.
  • In a large bowl add the ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and milk. Using your hands mix until well combined.
    ground beef in a bowl on a white surface.
  • Scoop out about â…“ cup of the meatloaf mixture and roll it into a ball. Push 1 cube of cheese into the center of the ball and form the meat around the cheese so that it is completely covered.
  • Place each completed stuffed meatloaf into the muffin cups.
    a muffin tin filled with meatballs.
  • In a small bowl, add the bbq sauce, ketchup, dijon, and brown sugar. Mix to combine. Brush the top of each meatloaf with the sauce.
    a muffin tin filled with cupcakes.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Allow the muffins to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
    a muffin tin filled with meatballs and cheese.

Notes

  • Monterey Jack or pepperjack would be great subs for the cheddar.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g