Mini Meatloaf

5 from 12 votes

Posted: 10/15/19 Updated: 12/20/19

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Mini Meatloaf with cheddar cheese is an easy and delicious meal that the entire family will love! This meatloaf recipe is shaped into individual loaves so that it bakes faster and you can serve your family dinner quickly during the weekdays.

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I’ve taken my mom’s favorite meatloaf recipe and turned it into Mini Meatloaf! Cute, personal-sized mini meatloaves made with cheddar cheese and topped with sauce is an easy way to get your meatloaf fix during the week.

Instead of spending well over an hour getting dinner on the table, this mini meatloaf recipe takes just one hour start to finish. Use the extra time to make a side dish or treat yourself to a pre-dinner cocktail like a Paloma. I think I know which one I’d pick!

I love easy ground beef recipes during the week like Taco Stroganoff and my Easy Chili recipe and this Mini Meatloaf recipe is definitely on the list. If it’s been a while since you’ve made meatloaf you have to give it a try. The meatloaf is so tender and juicy with lots of flavor.

I think you’re going to love this cheesy mini meatloaf!

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What do I need to make these?

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egg
milk
shredded cheddar cheese
quick oats
chopped onion
salt
lean ground beef
ketchup
brown sugar
mustard

How do I make Mini Meatloaf?

Step by step photos are above this!

Mix Ingredients– combine the egg, milk, cheese, oats, onion, and salt in a large bowl. Add the ground beef and mix until well combined.
Form Loaves – divide the meat mixture into eight parts and form each into a mini meatloaf. Place the mini meatloaf in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
Mix Sauce – in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spoon the sauce over the loaves.
Bake – transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake the mini meatloaf for 45 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F.

What tools do I need?

large mixing bowl
9×13″ baking dish
small mixing bowl
meat thermometer

What is the internal temperature of a cooked meatloaf?

Cook your meatloaf until the internal temperature is between 160 degrees F.

Can you add cheese?

Yes, you can add cheese to meatloaf! I love to add shredded cheddar into the meatloaf mixture before I bake it, that’s why this recipe calls for it. It adds so much flavor.

How do you reheat leftovers?

Microwave: The easiest way to reheat mini meatloaf is in the microwave for about a minute or so.
Oven: Or, you can place the meatloaf in a baking dish and reheat it in the oven. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees and then place the baking dish in the oven. You might want to add more sauce and cover the dish with foil so the meatloaf doesn’t dry out. Keep it in the oven until it’s warmed through, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Can you freeze meatloaf?

You can freeze meatloaf! The great thing about freezing meatloaf is that you have two options:

How to freeze raw meatloaf: Place the raw mini meatloaves (without the sauce) on a baking sheet and place it in the freezer. Once they are frozen, store them in an airtight container. They will keep for two to three months. I recommend thawing the meatloaf completely before baking it so it cooks properly. Just pop them in the refrigerator the day before you want to bake them. If they are very cold when you place them in the oven you may need to add 10 minutes or so to the bake time.
How to freeze cooked meatloaf: If you want to cook the mini meatloaf and freeze them for later cool them completely first. Once cooled, place them on a sheet pan and place it in the freezer. Once they are frozen, transfer the mini meatloaf to an airtight container. They will keep well for two to three months. To reheat, thaw them first and then reheat either in the microwave or in the oven.

What should I serve with Meatloaf?

For a comforting dinner serve your mini meatloaf with a delicious side dish! Here are some of our favorite recipes:

More delicious twists on Meatloaf

There’s just something about meatloaf that screams comfort food! I remember Mom making this exact recipe and it was always a hit. Now I make it for my family and they love it, too! Here are a few more variations of meatloaf!

Meet Julie Evink

I'm here to help you win in the kitchen again! Life is Busy, Life is Crazy, but that doesn't mean you can't make your family dinner! Julie's goal is to provide you with easy, family, friendly recipes that use pantry staples. Dinnertime will be stress free again!