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Mini Meatloaf Recipe

This Mini Meatloaf recipe is easy to throw together and cooked right in a muffin tin. Each moist and flavorful personal-sized meatloaf is topped with a simple glaze made from tomato sauce and bbq sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 324kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/3 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1/3 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 pound ground beef 85/15 lean
  • 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Meatloaf Glaze

  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup barbeque sauce
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat a saute pan over medium heat and add the olive oil, onion, and bell pepper. Saute until the onions and peppers are soft and translucent, then set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked onions and peppers to the meat mixture, then gently mix the ingredients together until well combined.
  • Divide the meat mixture into 12 even portions and roll into balls. Place the balls of meat into a greased muffin tin pan.
  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce and barbeque sauce, then spoon the mixture over each mini meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered in a preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 5 minutes before and serving warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing instructions: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Reheating: reheat in a microwave, or cover and warm in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 20-25 minutes.
Make-ahead tips: assemble the meatloaf (except for the glaze), and then cover with plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 48 hours before you're ready to cook it. Once you are ready, spoon the glaze over the top and bake as directed. 

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 474IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg