Mini Stuffed Meatloaf Bites with Gooey Cheddar Centers

Mini Stuffed Meatloaf Bites with Gooey Cheddar Centers

There’s nothing quite like the classic comfort of meatloaf—unless you take it up a notch and turn it into

Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min

Servings:

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp mustard
• ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• Instructions:
• 1. Preheat Oven:
• Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
• 2. Mix the Meatloaf Base:
• In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and parsley.
• Mix until fully combined, but don’t overwork the meat.
• 3. Form the Bites:
• Scoop about 2 tablespoons of meat mixture and flatten in your hand.
• Add a pinch of cheddar in the center and mold the meat around it to form a ball.
• Place on prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture.
• 4. Make the Glaze:
• In a small bowl, mix together ketchup and mustard.
• Brush the top of each meatball generously with glaze.
• 5. Bake:
• Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the bites are fully cooked (internal temp of 160°F) and tops are glazed and caramelized.
• 6. Serve:
• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
• Tips for Success:
• Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized bites
• Don't overmix the meat—it keeps the texture tender
• Want extra flavor? Add a splash of BBQ sauce to the glaze
• Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for variety
• Serving Suggestions & Pairings:
• Over mashed potatoes or with roasted veggies
• On skewers with cherry tomatoes and pickle slices for parties
• As sliders with mini buns and extra cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
3. Mix the Meatloaf Base:: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and parsley.
4. Mix until fully combined, but don’t overwork the meat.
5. Form the Bites:: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of meat mixture and flatten in your hand.
6. Add a pinch of cheddar in the center and mold the meat around it to form a ball.
7. Place on prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture.
8. Make the Glaze:: In a small bowl, mix together ketchup and mustard.
9. Brush the top of each meatball generously with glaze.
10. Bake:: Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the bites are fully cooked (internal temp of 160°F) and tops are glazed and caramelized.
11. Serve:: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
12. Tips for Success: Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized bites
13. Don't overmix the meat—it keeps the texture tender
14. Want extra flavor? Add a splash of BBQ sauce to the glaze
15. Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for variety
16. Serving Suggestions & Pairings: These meatloaf bites are incredibly versatile. Serve them:
17. Over mashed potatoes or with roasted veggies
18. On skewers with cherry tomatoes and pickle slices for parties
19. As sliders with mini buns and extra cheese
20. Alongside : Beer Cheese Dip for the ultimate game-day platter
21. With : Sheet Pan Quesadillas for a hearty appetizer spread
22. Or next to : Dorito Casserole for a full-on comfort food feast
23. Storage & Leftovers: Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days
24. Freezer: Freeze baked bites up to 2 months; reheat from frozen at 350°F until hot
25. Reheat: Microwave or bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes until warmed through
26. More Recipes You’ll Love: For more craveable, cheesy comfort food, check out:
27. Cheese-: Stuffed Chicken Wontons
28. Sheet : Pan Quesadillas
29. Beer : Cheese Dip
30. Dorito : Casserole

Nutrition

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• Fat:
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