Mini Monster Meatloaf
A whimsical twist on a classic comfort dish, Mini Monster Meatloaf is both fun and flavorful, perfect for family dinners or parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olives (for eyes)
- Mashed potatoes (for serving)
- Green beans (for serving)
- Fresh herbs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Use your hands to mix everything together thoroughly.
- Grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper; form the mixture into small, palm-sized loaves.
- Place the mini loaves on the prepared baking sheet and use olives to create eyes.
- Pop the baking sheet into the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let cool, and serve on mashed potatoes garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
For a fun twist, try adding cheese in the center or mixing in diced jalapeños for some heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: meatloaf, fun food, family dinner, comfort food, kid-friendly