Description
These Meatloaf Muffins are a fun and convenient twist on classic meatloaf, perfectly portioned for individual servings. Made with seasoned ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a colorful mix of onion and green bell pepper, topped with a tangy BBQ glaze, they’re baked to juicy perfection in a muffin pan. Ready in under 40 minutes, they make a great family dinner or meal prep option.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup finely diced yellow onion
- ½ cup finely diced green bell pepper
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ pounds 85% lean ground beef
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat the wells of a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. Add the breadcrumbs, ¼ cup BBQ sauce, and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine. Then add diced onion and green bell pepper. Crumble ground beef over the mixture and mix gently just until combined, using a spoon to start and finishing with your hands to avoid overmixing.
- Shape Muffins: Use a â…“-cup dry measuring cup to portion the meat mixture, pack it firmly, roll into neat balls, and place one in each muffin cup of the prepared pan.
- Bake Initial: Bake the meatloaf muffins in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: While baking, combine ketchup, BBQ sauce, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl to make the glaze.
- Glaze Meatloaf: Remove the pan from the oven and evenly spread 1 teaspoon of glaze on top of each muffin.
- Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for another 6 to 8 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), indicating the meat is fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let meatloaf muffins rest for about 5 minutes. Use a fork to gently lift the muffins from the pan and serve warm.
Notes
- To prevent overmixing, mix the meat mixture just until everything is combined; this keeps the muffins tender.
- If you prefer, substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature to ensure the meat is fully cooked for safety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
