Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are a delightful twist on traditional meatloaf, featuring a cheesy filling that adds flavor and fun to this classic dish.
Author:Ghalina
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon mustard
3 to 4 ounces cheddar or mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/4 cup ketchup (for garnish)
1 teaspoon mustard (for garnish)
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and mustard. Mix until well combined.
Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.
Place a cube of cheese in the center and wrap the meat around it, forming a ball.
Repeat until all the meat mixture is used.
Place the meatloaf bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the tops with ketchup and mustard for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to use different types of cheese for the filling.
These meatloaf bites can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.