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Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites

Mini meatloaf bites stuffed with gooey melted cheese, glazed with ketchup and brown sugar, and baked to perfection for the ultimate comfort food snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bites
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.5 onion, finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese for stuffing
  • 0.25 cup ketchup for glaze
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet or muffin tin
  • Pastry brush
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a muffin tin.
  2. Combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and seasoning in a bowl.
  3. Form into small balls around cheese centers.
  4. Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon for glaze; brush over bites.
  5. Bake 20–25 minutes or until cooked through (160°F / 71°C).
  6. Brush with extra glaze and serve warm.

Notes

A family-favorite appetizer or main dish with gooey cheese inside and a sweet glaze on top.