Description
These savory Meatloaf Muffins are a fun and easy twist on classic meatloaf, baked in a muffin tin for perfect individual portions. They cook faster than traditional meatloaf and are great for meal prep, kids, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
- 1 rib celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup ketchup, plus more for topping
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, ketchup, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, pepper, and the cooled vegetable mixture. Mix with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the meat mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing gently to fill each one.
- Spoon a little ketchup over the top of each meatloaf muffin.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the tops are browned.
- Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm.
Notes
- These can be made ahead and frozen for quick meals.
- Use a leaner beef if desired, but 80% lean yields juicier muffins.
- Feel free to swap ketchup for BBQ sauce for a smoky flavor twist.
- You can sneak in other finely chopped vegetables for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
