Meatloaf Muffins are a fun and easy twist on traditional meatloaf. These individual-sized portions are not only adorable, but they also cook faster and have extra crispy edges. Packed with ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, and a mixture of savory spices, these muffins are tender, flavorful, and moist. They are great for meal prep, lunch boxes, or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve them with mashed potatoes and gravy or a side salad for a complete, comforting meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup milk
- For the Glaze:
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, eggs, and milk. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the meat mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing it down gently to fill the cups.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Spoon the glaze over the top of each meatloaf muffin.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
- Allow the meatloaf muffins to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before removing and serving.
- Serve the meatloaf muffins with mashed potatoes and gravy or a side salad for a complete meal.
