Turkey Meatloaf Muffins (Printable Version)
Individual mini meatloaves made with lean turkey, veggies, and oats baked in muffin tins for easy portions.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 small carrot, grated
04 - 1 celery stalk, finely diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Binders & Fillers
06 - 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats or breadcrumbs
07 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
08 - 1/4 cup milk
→ Seasonings
09 - 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup, plus extra for topping
10 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, diced onion, grated carrot, diced celery, minced garlic, oats or breadcrumbs, beaten egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
03 - Divide the turkey mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, pressing lightly to fill each cavity.
04 - Spoon or brush a small amount of ketchup over the top of each muffin for a glazed finish.
05 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins are cooked through and the tops are lightly glazed.
06 - Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Each muffin portions itself, so there is no awkward slicing debate at dinner.
- They reheat beautifully, which means lunch is sorted for three days straight without complaint.
02 -
- Ground turkey releases more moisture than beef, so resist the urge to add extra liquid or your muffins will steam rather than bake.
- If you use gluten-free oats, check the label carefully since cross-contamination is surprisingly common.
03 -
- Wet your hands slightly before portioning the mixture and it will not stick to your fingers nearly as much.
- A silicone muffin tin saves you from ever worrying about sticking, and the muffins pop out with a gentle press from underneath.