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Juicy Mini Meatloaf Muffins with Brown Sugar Glaze

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Make quick, perfectly portioned mini meatloaf muffins in a muffin tin. This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful individual meatloaves topped with a sweet and savory glaze, perfect for fast weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (for the mix)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed (for the glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup (for the glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup of ketchup. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaves tender.
  3. Divide the meat mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Gently press the mixture down to form small, compact loaves.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.
  5. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the glaze over the top of each mini meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit and the glaze is set.
  7. Let the mini meatloaves cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute half the ground beef with ground pork or ground turkey.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, bake the meatloaves for 15 minutes, then brush on a second layer of glaze and bake for the remaining 5-10 minutes.
  • These individual meatloaf recipes are excellent for meal prep; cool completely before storing in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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