Craving a quick, delicious meal that will have your family begging for seconds? Look no further than these irresistible Turkey Meatloaf Muffins! 🍽️ Imagine perfectly portioned, juicy meatloaf bites with a tantalizing glaze that'll make your taste buds dance. These aren't your grandma's boring meatloaves - these are compact, flavor-packed muffins that transform the classic comfort food into a modern, convenient dinner solution that's both healthy and incredibly satisfying.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Thoroughly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, diced onion, milk, and egg. Mix ingredients gently but thoroughly, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the tangy glaze by whisking together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide the turkey mixture evenly among the muffin tin cups, pressing gently to compact the mixture and create uniform muffin shapes.
- Brush the top of each meatloaf muffin generously with the prepared tangy glaze, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and let meatloaf muffins rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute and make removal easier.
- Carefully remove muffins from the tin using a small offset spatula or knife. Serve hot with additional glaze on the side if desired.
Tips
- Don't overmix the meat mixture - this can make your muffins tough and dense. Gently combine ingredients just until they're incorporated.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure your meatloaf muffins reach the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). This guarantees juicy, fully cooked meatloaf every time.
- For extra moisture, consider adding grated zucchini or finely diced bell peppers to the meat mixture.
- Grease your muffin tin thoroughly or use silicone liners to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Let the meatloaf muffins rest for 5 minutes after cooking. This helps them set and makes them easier to remove from the tin.
- For a crispy top, broil the muffins for 1-2 minutes after baking to caramelize the glaze.
- These muffins freeze beautifully! Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 55mg
