Cheddar-BBQ Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

They might be small, but these turkey meatloaf muffins are mighty in flavor with cheddar and BBQ sauce.

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Mini meatloaves return! After discovering that I actually like meatloaf if prepared in a miniature form (and therefore less squishy), I wondered if it was only due to the texture of if it had something to do with the Greek flavor variation I have tried. So this time I tried out a more classic flavor. 

I say “classic” but apparently cheddar BBQ is not considered a classic meatloaf flavor to some. I guess it just depends on what recipe you grew up with, because I definitely remember a BBQ flavor to my dad’s version. But maybe my memory fails me.

The verdict? I gobbled these up! After an entire life of shunning meatloaf, it’s as if a whole new world has been opened up. Sure enough, the size does matter in certain situations (unless you grill the meatloaf slices, I’ve discovered that helps eliminate the squishy factor as well). Although you could argue that I am just making fancy meatballs. But I see nothing wrong with that.

What’s your favorite kind of meatloaf? I want to try other variations in mini form! Another I have tried is a hoisin-glazed turkey meatloaf. 

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CHEDDAR-BBQ TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS

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Yield: 4-6 Servings Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cooking Time: 30 Minutes 30 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

MEATLOAVES

• 1 lb. lean ground turkey
• 2 tsp steak seasoning
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 small onion, grated
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 8 oz. grape tomatoes, diced small
• 3 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

TOPPING

• 2 Tbsp honey
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 tsp mustard

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Add all the ingredients for the meatloaf mixture into a large bowl and gently combine. Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray. Press meatloaf mixture evenly among cups.
3. In a small bowl, combine honey, barbecue sauce and mustard. Spoon or brush evenly over meatloaf muffins. Bake for 20-25 minutes until you see the muffins bubbling and start to slightly separate from sides of muffin pan. Turn broiler on for 2-4 minutes to get the tops nice and browned.

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Post updated 2/19/21, photos above and below are the originals.