Hey friends! If you’re craving a quick, hearty, and totally delicious dinner, you’re in the right spot. Let’s talk about Mini Meatloaf—this comfort food classic just got even better with personal-sized portions. Whether it’s a hectic weeknight or a laid-back weekend meal, this recipe is here to make life easier and more flavorful.
Let’s get started!
INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED
Here’s what you’ll need to make these mini meatloaves:
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 or 90/10)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup or tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Recipe Tip: Don’t skip soaking the breadcrumbs in milk!
Soaking the breadcrumbs in milk is key to achieving a moist, tender meatloaf. This step helps the breadcrumbs bind everything together without making the meatloaf dry or crumbly. While you sauté the onions, take the time to let the breadcrumbs soak—it’ll make all the difference, ensuring your mini meatloaves turn out juicy and perfect every time!
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the Onions: Cook the chopped onions in a skillet over medium heat until they’re translucent. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
- Soak the Breadcrumbs: In a small bowl, pour the milk over the breadcrumbs and let them soak while you sauté the onions.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, sautéed onions, egg, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup or tomato sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to overmix!
- Shape the Mini Loaves: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small loaf.
- Prepare the Baking Tray: Place a rack on top of a baking tray and arrange the mini loaves on it.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until smooth.
- Apply the First Glaze Layer: Brush half of the glaze over the tops of the mini meatloaves.
- Bake the Mini Meatloaves: Place the tray in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Add the Remaining Glaze: Remove the tray from the oven and brush the remaining glaze over each mini meatloaf.
- Finish Baking: Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the meatloaves rest for a few minutes, then serve them with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
