Description
Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring juicy ground beef mixed with flavorful seasonings and stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection, these bite-sized meatloaves offer a perfect blend of cheesy goodness and savory meat for irresistible flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 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
Filling
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the meatloaf bites evenly.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form meat mixture: Take a small portion of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm to prepare for stuffing.
- Add cheese filling: Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of the flattened meat, then carefully fold the meat around the cheese to form a tight ball, ensuring the cheese is fully enclosed.
- Repeat process: Continue forming the remaining meatloaf bites with the same method until all mixture and cheese are used.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the stuffed meatloaf bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf bites in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the bites cool slightly before serving to avoid burns and allow flavors to settle.
Notes
- Make sure to seal the meat tightly around the mozzarella so the cheese does not leak out during baking.
- If you prefer, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ketchup for dipping.
- These bites can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the meat mixture.
