Y’all know I love finding fun twists on classic recipes. And these miniature meatloaves stuffed with ooey gooey cheese definitely fit the bill! All the warm, familiar flavors of meatloaf, now in cute handheld portions with a delightful surprise inside.
Meatloaf, But Make It Fancy
Growing up, my mama served up meatloaf at least once a week. Such a hearty, budget-friendly meal that still fills me with nostalgia. These adorable stuffed meatloaf bites take me right back to those family dinners!
We make the base just like meatloaf – ground beef and pork mixed up with onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg and seasonings. But then we get creative!
Flattening out small portions and filling them with shredded mozzarella cheese before shaping into mini loaves. So clever!
The cheese gets all melty as they bake, making each bite extra decadent. Kids and adults alike flip for ’em!
Perfect For Parties or Family Meals
Now, you can serve these little lovelies as an appetizer for parties or shape larger ones for a main course. Dip them in ketchup, marinara or barbecue sauce for extra flavor.
They’re also a fun way to get picky eaters to enjoy meatloaf! Just leave out the cheese filling to make plain mini loaves if needed.
I like to pair them with mashed potatoes and green beans for a updated spin on that old fashioned meat and potatoes dinner. But they’re great alongside salads, roasted veggies, pastas – whatever you love!
Let me know if these become a new staple in your home like they have in mine! Comfort food doesn’t have to be boring. Enjoy, friends!
Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, mix together beef, pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, milk, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.
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Take about 2 tbsp of meat mixture and flatten into a thin patty in your palm. Place 1 tsp of mozzarella in the center. Shape meat around cheese into a ball.
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Place in prepared muffin cup. Repeat with remaining meat and cheese.
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In a small bowl, stir together ketchup and brown sugar. Brush topping onto each meatloaf bite.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until meat is cooked through and cheese is melted.
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Allow to cool slightly before removing from tin. Serve warm.
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