Description
Mouthwatering Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites deliver a flavor explosion of savory comfort and gooey cheese in each perfect bite. Compact nuggets of meaty goodness promise to become your next irresistible party favorite that guests will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
Cheese:
- 4 ounces (113g) cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Sauce:
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by heating the oven to 375F (190C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or applying a light olive oil coating to prevent adhesion.
- Create the meat mixture by thoroughly blending ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Adjust moisture with additional milk if the consistency appears too dry.
- Craft individual meatloaf bites by gently flattening small portions of the meat mixture into thin patties. Position a concentrated dollop of mozzarella cheese at the center of each patty, then carefully fold and seal the edges to completely envelop the cheese. Shape each bite into a compact ball or oval formation, then arrange them systematically on the prepared baking sheet.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and cook for 20-25 minutes. Ensure the meatloaf bites develop a golden-brown exterior and reach full internal cooking temperature. The enclosed cheese should melt luxuriously, creating an enticing interior reveal when consumed.
- Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaf bites to rest momentarily for optimal temperature stabilization. Plate the bites independently or accompany with warm tomato sauce for enhanced flavor complexity. Consider complementing with a crisp salad or roasted vegetable medley to complete the dining experience.
Notes
- Customize meat blend by mixing ground beef with ground pork or turkey for richer flavor and varied texture.
- Keep meat mixture moist by avoiding overmixing, which can make meatloaf bites tough and dense.
- Ensure cheese is fully enclosed to prevent leaking during baking, creating perfect cheesy pockets inside each bite.
- Test internal temperature with meat thermometer, aiming for 160F to guarantee safe and perfectly cooked meatloaf bites.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg