Meatloaf Muffins

Name: Meatloaf Muffins (30-Minute BBQ)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1 packet meatloaf seasoning mix; 2 tbsp yellow mustard; 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for topping; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 large eggs; 1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed; 1/2 cup milk

Meatloaf muffins are individual-sized meatloaf portions baked in a muffin tin, delivering classic meatloaf flavor with BBQ sauce in under 30 minutes. They're portion-controlled, faster than traditional loaf, and freeze well for meal prep.

🌍American 🏷️Meatloaf muffins 🏷️Meatloaf 🏷️Ground beef 🏷️Comfort food Weeknight dinner

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Total

32 min

Servings

12

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 packet meatloaf seasoning mix
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for topping
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs
1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed
1/2 cup milk

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Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, meatloaf seasoning mix, yellow mustard, and 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce.
2
Add the Worcestershire sauce, diced onion, and minced garlic to the bowl.
3
Mix the ingredients together by hand until partially combined.
4
Add the eggs, crushed crackers, and milk to the meat mixture.
5
Continue mixing by hand until all ingredients are well incorporated, but be careful not to overmix.
6
Press the meatloaf mixture evenly into a 12-cup muffin tin.
7
Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
8
Remove from the oven and spoon additional BBQ sauce over the top of each meatloaf muffin.
9
Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
10
Let the meatloaf muffins rest for a few minutes before removing from the tin and serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Don't overmix the meat mixture—combine ingredients gently by hand to avoid dense, tough muffins. Stop as soon as everything is just combined.
Line your muffin tin with foil liners or grease wells generously to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Top each muffin with BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes of baking for a glazed finish and better caramelization.
Let muffins rest in the tin for 5 minutes after baking before removing—this helps them firm up and hold their shape.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken (use ¼ cup milk instead of ½ cup to account for leaner meat)
Yellow mustard → Dijon mustard or spicy brown mustard (same quantity)
Buttery round crackers → panko breadcrumbs or crushed saltines (same quantity)
Worcestershire sauce → soy sauce (reduce to 1 tbsp for lower salt content)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 12–15 minutes or microwave until warmed through.

Equipment

muffin tin · foil liners (optional but recommended)

Common Questions

Can I make meatloaf muffins ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the muffins, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking, or freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5–10 minutes to cook time.