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Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites

Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites: The Ultimate Comfort Snack

Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are quick, delicious, and customizable snacks perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef lean
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Milk or plant-based milk
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 medium Onion grated for milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup or barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon or honey mustard recommended
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese or mozzarella or pepper jack
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, grated onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Take a portion of the meat mixture, flatten it, place a cube of cheddar cheese in the center, and shape it into a ball.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup and mustard. Brush the glaze over the top of each meatloaf bite.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use lean ground beef for less grease. Ensure cheese is at room temperature for a melty center. Freeze uncooked bites for later use.

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