Easy Meatloaf Meatballs
These tender, toddler-friendly meatloaf meatballs are made with simple ingredients, lightly seasoned, and perfect for meal prep or freezing for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- ½ cup breadcrumbs almond or oat flour for gluten-free
- 1 egg can omit or replace with flax egg
- ½ cup finely grated carrot or zucchini optional veggie boost
- ¼ cup finely diced onion
- 2 tablespoon ketchup or tomato paste ideally no added sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional, adds flavor
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt can add more or omit
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, almond flour or breadcrumbs, egg, veggies, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix.
- Roll into 1–1½ inch balls and place on baking sheet or in muffin tins.
- Brush each with a little ketchup for a classic meatloaf finish.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients used.
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