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Kid-Approved Glazed Brown Sugar Meatloaf Muffins

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These glazed brown sugar meatloaf muffins are a quick, kid-friendly twist on classic meatloaf. They bake in half the time and feature a sweet, sticky glaze that caramelizes perfectly, making them a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup finely diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin generously with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Set aside.
  3. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  4. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes until absorbed. Add beaten egg, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, and oregano. Mix until just combined.
  5. Add ground beef to the bowl. Use your hands to mix gently until just incorporated—do not overmix.
  6. Divide the meat mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each to the top and mounding slightly.
  7. Brush or spoon a generous amount of glaze onto each muffin. Reserve about half the glaze for later.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and apply the remaining glaze.
  9. Return to oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  10. Let muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use 80/20 ground beef for moisture. Do not overmix the meat. Double the glaze if desired for extra dipping. Let muffins rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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Keywords: meatloaf muffins, brown sugar glaze, kid-friendly, quick dinner, ground beef, comfort food

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