Description
Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are a delightful twist on traditional meatloaf, featuring a gooey cheese center and a flavorful meat exterior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.
- Place a tablespoon of mozzarella cheese in the center and fold the meat around it, forming a ball.
- Repeat with the remaining mixture and cheese.
- Place the meatloaf bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped onions or bell peppers to the meat mixture.
- These bites can be served with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites, Meatloaf, Appetizer, Cheese