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Juicy Mini Meatloaf Muffins with Brown Sugar Glaze

Three perfectly baked mini meatloaf portions topped with a shiny, dark brown glaze served in a white bowl.
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Make these easy mini meatloaf muffins for a quick dinner or meal prep. They cook faster than a traditional loaf and stay juicy, topped with a sweet and tangy glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended for juiciness)
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (for the mix)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup (for the glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup ketchup. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Divide the meat mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, pressing lightly to form individual meatloaves.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon of ketchup to create the glaze.
  5. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the glaze mixture evenly over the top of each mini meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit and the glaze is set.
  7. Remove the mini meatloaves from the oven. Let them rest in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them.
  8. Serve warm for a quick dinner idea or cool completely before storing for meal prep.

Notes

  • For extra flavor and moisture, you can press a small cube of cheddar cheese into the center of each meatloaf before baking.
  • These individual meatloaf servings freeze well. Cool them completely, place them in an airtight container, and freeze for up to three months.
  • If you prefer a turkey meatloaf, substitute ground turkey, but you may need to add a tablespoon of olive oil to maintain moisture.

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