Mini Meatloaf Muffins

If you are looking for a way to make your dinner time more exciting, then marinated Mini Meatloaf Muffins are perfect for you. They are not only easy to make, but they also have a lot of flavors and textures. You can use them in sandwiches, salads, or as a side dish.

These muffins are made from ground beef, bread crumbs, and spices. They have a lot of flavors because they are marinated in Dijon Mustard, BBQ Sauce, and Worcestershire sauce before being baked. The result is moist and tender meat with a crispy crust on the outside that is nicely browned.

The flavors of these Mini Meatloaf Muffins come from the ingredients that go into them like garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. We also included some chopped bell peppers and onions for added flavor and texture. There is surely nothing basic about this Meatloaf recipe. 

Mini Meatloaf Muffins are a perfect addition to your next party or family gathering. You can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when you’re ready to eat. It’s also a great dish for potlucks because it’s easy to transport and share with others. Plus, it’s a dish that people will love for its flavor and its convenience. This will be moved to the top of your must-make list in no time. 

What sides go well with these?

You can serve these juicy Mini Meatloaf Muffins with any side dishes you want, but I think they go best with your favorite green beans, mashed potatoes or macaroni and cheese. The flavors from the marinade will mix nicely with those side dishes, and you can use the leftovers from your main course as a sauce for your mini meatloaf muffins.  You can also serve them with soup or a salad if you want something lighter. 

Ingredients:

1 ½ lbs. Ground beef

½ C. Chopped onion

½ C. Chopped bell pepper

2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

2 Tbsp. Chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp. Dijon mustard

¼ C. Bbq sauce

⅔ C. Bread crumbs 

1 tsp. Italian seasoning

1 tsp. Garlic powder

1 Large egg

Salt and pepper to taste

For the glaze:

¼ C. BBQ sauce

¼ C. Ketchup

1 Tbsp. Honey

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 

Add the ingredients for the meatloaf into a mixing bowl, and knead with your hands until well combined. 

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Place the mixture evenly in 10 sections of a well-greased muffin tin. 

Stir together the ingredients for the glaze, and top each mini meatloaf with it. 

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Bake for 25 minutes, until browned and cooked completely through.

Serve with your favorite side, and dig in!

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