Mini Meatloaf with Barbecue Sauce and Mustard Glaze Recipe
This mini meatloaf recipe offers a flavorful and convenient twist on traditional meatloaf, using lean ground beef or turkey combined with aromatic spices, breadcrumbs, and a tangy sauce. Perfect for individual servings and quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 mini meatloaves 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey (680 grams)
- 2/3 cup panko bread crumbs or regular breadcrumbs (100 grams)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (70 grams)
- 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Meatloaf Sauce
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar (73 grams)
- 1/2 cup ketchup (120 grams)
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the mini meatloaf mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey with panko breadcrumbs, chopped onion, barbecue sauce, mustard, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and the lightly beaten egg. Mix everything gently but thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well distributed.
- Shape the mini meatloaves: Divide the meat mixture into small portions and shape each into individual mini meatloaves. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or lightly greased for easy removal after cooking.
- Make the meatloaf sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and ground nutmeg until smooth and well combined. This sauce will add a sweet and tangy glaze to the meatloaves.
- Apply sauce to mini meatloaves: Brush or spoon the prepared sauce evenly over the top of each mini meatloaf for flavor and caramelization during baking.
- Bake the mini meatloaves: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the mini meatloaves on the middle rack for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef or 165°F (74°C) for turkey. The sauce should be nicely caramelized.
- Serve: Allow the mini meatloaves to rest for 5 minutes after baking. Serve warm with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner, lower-fat alternative.
- Panko breadcrumbs provide a lighter texture but regular breadcrumbs work fine.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking.
- Mini meatloaves can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen before baking.
- Adjust chili powder to taste for more or less spice.
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