Description
These Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are a delicious twist on classic meatloaf. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they feature juicy ground beef and gooey mozzarella cheese, making them a hit with both kids and adults!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed (for stuffing)
- 1/4 cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- Make the meatloaf mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Form the bites: Take a small amount of the meat mixture and form it into a ball (about the size of a golf ball). Press a cube of mozzarella cheese into the center of each meatball and shape the meat around it, fully covering the cheese.
- Place in muffin tin: Place each stuffed meatball into the prepared muffin tin.
- Add topping: Spoon a small amount of ketchup or BBQ sauce on top of each meatloaf bite.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and the cheese is melted inside.
- Serve: Allow the meatloaf bites to cool slightly before removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm with additional ketchup or BBQ sauce for dipping.
Notes
- These meatloaf bites are great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days.
- Consider adding diced vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15-20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatloaf bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg