Elevate weeknight dinners with these delectable Cranberry Meatloaves, a comforting twist on a classic favorite. Featuring juicy ground beef (or turkey) infused with savory flavors of onion, garlic, and parsley, these individual-sized meatloaves are crowned with a luscious cranberry glaze made from cranberry sauce, ketchup, and a touch of brown sugar for perfect sweet-and-tangy balance. Prepped in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection, this recipe is ideal for busy families or cozy holiday gatherings. Whether shaped into loaves or baked as mini meatloaves in a muffin tin, theyβre a delightfully easy and satisfying dish. Pair these succulent treats with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete and hearty meal.
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a muffin tin if making mini meatloaves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands or a large spoon to gently mix until just combined.
Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a small loaf or press it into the wells of a muffin tin for mini meatloaves. Place them on the prepared baking sheet if shaping by hand.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar to create the glaze.
Spoon or brush the cranberry glaze evenly over each meatloaf, ensuring they are fully coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaves reaches 160Β°F (71Β°C).
Remove the meatloaves from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, alongside your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Calories |
1899 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 588 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 4570 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.8 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.7 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1780 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.