Cheesy Mini Meatloaf Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8 mini loaves
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Calories
515 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cheesy Mini Meatloaf Recipe
Description
This Cheesy Mini Meatloaf Recipe mixes ground beef with cheddar cheese, quick-cooking oats, plain breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, and salt to form a moist and tender mixture. The oats and breadcrumbs provide a light texture and help hold the loaves together without heaviness. Dividing into eight small portions allows for even cooking and individual servings.
A glaze made of ketchup, light brown sugar, and yellow mustard is spooned over each mini meatloaf before baking at 350°F, imparting a caramelized, slightly sweet surface that complements the savory interior. Baking uncovered ensures a nicely browned top while keeping the centers cooked through and juicy.
These mini meatloaves can be a convenient main dish, easily portioned for meals or leftovers. Their size allows for versatility in serving alongside vegetables, mashed potatoes, or sandwiches. The combination of cheddar cheese adds richness, balancing the lean beef.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup oats quick cooking
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard prepared
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat together the milk and egg.
- Stir in the cheese, oats, breadcrumbs, onion and salt. Add the ground beef and gently mix, just until combined. The mixture will be a little wet, but should hold together. If it is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
- Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and form into mini loaves. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard together. Spoon the sauce over the loaves.
- Bake uncovered until the meat is no longer pink and is cooked through, about 45 minutes.
Notes
- Nutrition information is approximate and can vary based on ingredient brands and measurements.
- If the meat mixture feels too wet, adding more breadcrumbs can help it hold shape better.
- Dividing meatloaf into mini portions promotes even cooking and convenient serving sizes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8mini loaves
Amount Per Serving
Calories 515 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2loaves | |
| Calories | 515kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 140mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 1287mg | 54% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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