Mini Meatloaf Muffins

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Individual meatloaf cups made with ground beef and oats, topped with a tangy tomato glaze—ideal for small portions and easy eating. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 39 minutes pairs ground beef, uncooked old-fashioned oats, large egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 24 min Serves 12 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard muffin tin with cooking spray.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, oats, egg, ketchup, dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt; mix gently with a fork until just combined—do not overmix.
  3. Step 3: Divide the mixture evenly into the 12 muffin cups, pressing down gently to form compact shapes.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 22-25 minutes until the meatloaf muffins are firm to the touch and cooked through, with no pink in the center.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Mini Meatloaf Muffins take to make?

Total time is about 39 minutes (15 min prep + 24 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Mini Meatloaf Muffins?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mini Meatloaf Muffins?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Mini Meatloaf Muffins for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Mini Meatloaf Muffins?

American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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