Meaty Muffin Loaves

Perfectly portioned and bursting with savory flavor, these Meaty Muffin Loaves are a creative twist on classic meatloaf, ready to elevate your weeknight dinners. Made with a hearty blend of ground beef and pork, these bite-sized meatloaves are packed with wholesome ingredients like breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and a dash of Italian seasoning. Topped with a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard, each muffin packs a punch of flavor in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 25 minutes, this easy recipe ensures a comforting, homemade meal your whole family will love. Conveniently baked in a muffin tin, these mini meatloaf cups are perfect for easy serving and portion control, making them ideal for meal prep, dinner parties, or kid-friendly meals. Pair these juicy little loaves with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as simple as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with non-stick muffin liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a large spoon until they are well combined.

Step 4

Divide the meat mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, pressing down gently to pack them in.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the 1/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard to create the topping glaze.

Step 6

Spoon a small amount of the glaze over the top of each meat muffin, spreading it evenly with the back of the spoon.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf muffins reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing them with a fork or spatula.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1250.8 grams (1250.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2549

Total Fat 149.80g	192%
Saturated Fat 58.10g	291%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 712mg	237%
Sodium 6188mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 144.30g	52%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 51.80g
Protein 162.20g	324%

Vitamin D 102IU	509%
Calcium 659mg	51%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1873mg	40%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 22.4%