Old Fashioned Mini Meatloaves
Mini Meatloaves are the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want a hearty, homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen. These mini versions of the classic comfort food come together in just 35 minutes, making them an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner. But don’t be fooled, they’re perfect for the weekends too!
These mini meatloaves are full of shredded cheddar to give them a flavor boost. And they’re also slathered in a ketchup-based glaze that’s just like grandma used to make!
What You Need For Mini Meatloaves
Generally, the ingredients are pretty much the same for a big meatloaf, but these do have cheese in them, so don’t let that throw you!
- milk
- chopped onions
- rolled oats
- cheese
- eggs
- salt
- pepper
- beef
- ketchup
- brown sugar
- mustard
Change It Up!
You can mix the ground beef with ground turkey or ground chicken to lighten it up. If you just use chicken or turkey you may have a bit of a soggy mess on your hands, so be careful mixing meats.
To glaze these little loaves you can use the suggested glaze or use your own favorite glaze. If you don’t have a favorite glaze feel free to use the base recipe here and add your own touch. You could add smoke season or spicy sriracha to make the glaze more personalized.
Serve Them With
These mini meatloaves pair well with a variety of sides. Serve them with sides like corn pudding, smashed potatoes, or garlic knots for a hearty meal. A simple side salad is a nice complement to heartier fare.
Got Leftovers?
Storing leftovers is easy—keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat them in the oven, microwave or even the air fryer as desired.
They also freeze well, making them a great option to have on hand for busy days when you need a quick dinner. Just put them in an airtight freezer container and freeze them. Thaw the before reheating for best results.
Meal Prep With Them
Mini meatloaves are also perfect for meal-prepping lunches and they’re popular too. They hold up well and can be paired with different sides throughout the week, making lunchtime easy and stress-free.
Mini Meatloaves
Ingredients
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup onion peeled and very finely chopped
- ½ cup quick oats
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F
- Grease large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or line it with foil; set aside
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, milk, onion, quick oats, egg, salt, and pepper
- Add the ground beef, and mix until well combined
- Form the meat mixture into 8 small loaves and place on the prepared baking sheet
- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard
- Spoon the sauce over the meatloaves, covering the whole top and sides with the sauce
- Bake the meatloaves at 350F for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is no longer pink and the internal temperature reaches 160°F
Notes
- For easy cleanup, the baking sheet can be lined with aluminum foil.
- To make the sauce spicy, add cayenne pepper.
- For a low-sugar version, use low sugar ketchup and a brown sugar version of
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