Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites (Print Format)
Mini meatloaf bites baked with gooey cheese centers. Perfect for appetizers or family dinners.
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup, divided
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1 tbsp mustard
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3–4 oz cheddar or mozzarella cheese, cubed
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Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup ketchup, and mustard until evenly combined.
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Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flatten it, place a cheese cube in the center, and roll into a ball. Place each ball into the greased muffin tin.
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Mix the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup with mustard. Spoon a small amount onto the top of each meatball bite.
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Bake the meatloaf bites for 18–22 minutes, or until browned and cooked through with an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
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Let the bites cool for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.