Mini Meatloaves
Mini meatloaves are the ultimate comfort food, bringing back memories of family gatherings and hearty dinners. Each bite offers a burst of savory flavors, seasoned to perfection and perfectly portioned for easy serving. These adorable mini loaves are simple to prepare and freeze beautifully, making them an excellent choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. With their delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen, they’re sure to please even the pickiest eaters!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme or oregano)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, sautéed onions, ketchup, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix gently until just combined.
- With wet hands, form the mixture into small oval-shaped loaves (about 3 inches long) and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until browned and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Optionally, brush with additional ketchup or BBQ sauce during the last five minutes of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf (110g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg