BBQ Mini Meatloaves (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatloaf Mix
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2 lbs ground beef, lean
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½ cup panko crumbs
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6 oz bottle of chili sauce
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1 tsp seasoned salt
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4 slices of crispy bacon, crumbled
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ cup shredded cheddar or blend cheese
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2 eggs, beaten lightly
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1 tsp garlic powder (granulated)
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1 tsp yellow mustard
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1 tsp onion powder
→ Saucy Topping
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½ cup BBQ sauce, store-bought or homemade
# Instructions:
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Fire up your oven to 425°F so it'll be ready. A hot oven is key to getting a flavorful crust on your mini meatloaves.
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Fry up the bacon strips until they're super crispy. Once cooled, break them into bits. Try to keep some for the meatloaves and don't snack too much!
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In a big bowl, toss in the beef, chili sauce, crispy bacon bits, cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, and all your spices: onion powder, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and mustard. Pour in the Worcestershire sauce too. Use your hands and mix gently until it's all evenly combined.
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Take your meat mixture and divide it into 8 portions. Roll each one into small loaf shapes. Make a little dent in the top of each to help it bake evenly and hold the BBQ topping.
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Slather a good layer of BBQ sauce over each loaf. You can use a brush or a spoon—just make sure they're covered well.
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Place the loaves on a baking sheet and bake them for around 25 minutes. When they're cooked through, turn on the broiler for 2-5 minutes for that sticky, caramelized BBQ top. Watch them closely, so they don't burn.
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Once out of the oven, leave the loaves to sit for about 5 minutes. This step keeps them juicy and firm before you dig in!
# Notes:
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These tiny meatloaves bring bacon cheeseburger vibes mixed with rich BBQ sauce—perfect for any crowd.
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Faster to bake than regular meatloaf, these portions are freezer-friendly and make weeknight meals easy.
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Pick your favorite cheese or BBQ flavor to make a custom version of these tasty mini loaves.