Individual Mini Meat Loaves
Perfectly portioned, flavorful, and irresistibly tender, these Individual Mini Meat Loaves are a delightful twist on a comfort food classic. Made with a blend of juicy 85% lean ground beef, savory seasonings, and a touch of sweetness from a tangy ketchup-brown sugar glaze, each mini meat loaf is packed with hearty goodness in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering four perfectly sized servings that bake evenly and quickly. Customize these versatile mini loaves with your favorite mix-ins or serve them with classic sides like creamy mashed potatoes or crisp roasted veggies for a truly satisfying meal. Keywords: mini meat loaves, easy meatloaf recipe, individual meatloaf portions, family dinner recipe, comfort food classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (85% lean)
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (chopped, optional)
- 0.25 cup Ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and parsley (if using). Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the meat loaves tender.
Divide the meat mixture evenly into four portions and shape each portion into a mini loaf, about 3 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place the mini loaves on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard for the glaze.
Spoon or brush the glaze evenly over the top of each mini meat loaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meat loaves reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove from the oven and let the mini meat loaves rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 488 mg | 10% | |
*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.
