Savory Meatball Muffins

These kid-friendly meatloaf muffins are full of flavor and have a beautiful presentation. Top with mashed potatoes for a savory 'meatloaf cupcake'.

Serves 6 · 70 min · Kid-Friendly

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Ingredients

Units: US Metric
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk (non-fat)
  • 1 pound ground beef (lean)
  • 3 tablespoons onion (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cheese (any variety, grated)
Make it lactose-friendly
  • 1/2 cup milk (non-fat) → lactose-free milk, oat milk, or almond milk
  • 1/2 cup cheese (any variety, grated) → lactose-free or aged hard cheese (naturally lower lactose)

Swaps are suggestions, not medical advice. Check labels if lactose is a serious issue for you.

Steps

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.Combine all ingredients and mix well.Spoon mixture and divide evenly into 12 greased muffin cups.Bake for 1 hour, or until temperature in center of meatloaf is 160 °F.Cool slightly before removing from muffin cups.
Nutrition (estimated, per serving)
Calories255
Protein24.5 g
Fat16.0 g
Carbs1.5 g
Fiber0.1 g
Sodium255 mg

Source

Nutrition.gov (USDA) — Public domain (U.S. government work)