Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites (Printable Format)

Juicy beef bites filled with cheddar, brushed with glaze, and served warm with a fresh parsley finish.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Primary Mixture

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup whole milk
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
11 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Glaze

12 - 1/2 cup ketchup
13 - 1 tablespoon mustard

→ Garnish

14 - Extra chopped fresh parsley

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly incorporate ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley until cohesive but not overworked.
03 - Scoop a tablespoon of the beef mixture, flatten in your palm, place approximately 1 teaspoon of grated cheddar in the center, then enclose cheese entirely with the meat to form a compact ball. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture.
04 - Mix ketchup and mustard in a small bowl. Evenly brush the glaze over each assembled meatloaf bite.
05 - Place meatloaf bites in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the centers are cooked through and the exterior glaze is caramelized.
06 - Remove from the oven and immediately finish with extra chopped parsley. Serve warm.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Overmixing the meat mixture can lead to a dense texture; mix just until combined for tender bites.