Juicy meatloaf + melty cheddar cheese in one bite = weeknight dinner magic. These Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are mini, meaty, and crowd-pleasing, with a tangy glaze and gooey center.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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¼ cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ cup ketchup
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1 tbsp mustard
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½ cup grated cheddar cheese
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (+ extra for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2️⃣ Make Meat Mix:
In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire. Mix well.
3️⃣ Form Bites:
Take a small portion of the meat mix, flatten it, add some cheese, then wrap the meat around the cheese and shape into balls. Place on baking sheet.
4️⃣ Top with Glaze:
Mix ketchup + mustard and brush on top of each meatball.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked and glazed on top.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot!
Pro Tips:
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Try mozzarella or pepper jack for a different cheese vibe.
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Make ahead and freeze for quick weekday meals!
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Serve with mashed potatoes or slider buns!
Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 bites (serves 4–6)
Ingredients
If you love cheesy, bite-sized comfort food, these Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites will be your new obsession. Juicy ground beef seasoned just right, wrapped around gooey cheddar, and glazed with tangy ketchup-mustard sauce — baked to perfection. Perfect for dinners, parties, or meal prep!
Instructions
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1 pound ground beef
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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¼ cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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½ cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Notes
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Make the Meatloaf Mixture
In a large bowl, combine:
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Ground beef
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Breadcrumbs
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Milk
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Egg
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Chopped onion
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Minced garlic
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Salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce
Mix until well blended but not overworked.
3️⃣ Stuff & Shape
Scoop a small portion of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm.
Place about 1 tsp of shredded cheddar cheese in the center.
Wrap the meat around the cheese to form a sealed ball.
Repeat and place all bites onto the prepared baking sheet.
4️⃣ Glaze the Tops
In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup and mustard.
Brush the glaze generously over each meatloaf bite.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the bites are fully cooked and tops are lightly caramelized.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot. Great with mashed potatoes, dipping sauce, or a side salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American