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Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites

Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are tender, savory mini meatloaves filled with gooey cheese and baked to golden perfection. They’re kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and perfect for parties, dinners, or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or half beef, half ground turkey)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup or BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
  • Optional topping: extra ketchup or BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or use silicone liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Fill each muffin cup halfway with meat mixture. Press a cube of cheese into the center, then top with more meat to cover and seal.
  4. Add a spoonful of ketchup or BBQ sauce on top of each, if using.
  5. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until internal temp reaches 160°F. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use cheddar for bold flavor, or mozzarella for great meltability.
  • Don’t overmix the meat—this keeps them juicy and tender.
  • Add finely grated veggies like zucchini or carrot for extra nutrition.
  • Mini muffin tins make bite-size party versions—bake 10–12 minutes.
  • Store in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • Author: Selena Trump
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: meatloaf bites, cheesy meatloaf, mini meatloaf, meal prep