Description

These Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are a delicious and fun twist on traditional meatloaf. Juicy meatballs filled with gooey cheese make for a perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Meatball Mixture:

1 lb ground beef
½ lb ground pork (optional)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup breadcrumbs
½ cup milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Cheese Filling:

4 oz cheddar or mozzarella cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes
Cooking spray or oil for greasing

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin or baking sheet.
Prepare Meat Mixture: Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for 2–3 minutes. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
Form Meatballs: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flatten it, place a cheese cube in the center, seal the meat around it, roll into a ball, and place on the prepared tin/sheet.
Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes until fully cooked and cheese is melted. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can use pepper jack or gouda cheese for different flavors.
The bites can be frozen after baking and reheated for later consumption.