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Monster Meatloaf Cups Dinner Recipe

Jennifer Watson
Monster Meatloaf Cups are a fun and tasty twist on classic meatloaf, perfect for dinner any day of the week. Making them is super easy and they’re great for both kids and adults. Let’s dive into how to create these deliciously spooky cups! 🍽️
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Pieces
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • To make these Meatloaf Cups, you’ll need a few basic kitchen tools:
  • Mixing bowls for combining ingredients.
  • Muffin tin to shape the meatloaf cups
  • Measuring cups and spoons: For accuracy.
  • Mixing spoon or spatula to blend the ingredients
  • Oven mitts to safely handle hot items
  • Cool rack to let the cups cool after baking
  • These tools will help make the cooking process smooth.

Ingredients
  

Gather these simple ingredients to whip up your Monster Meatloaf Cups!

  • 1 pound of ground beef 🍖
  • 1 cup of bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup of milk
  • 1/4 cup of ketchup
  • 1/2 cup of diced onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of shredded cheese for topping

Having fresh and quality ingredients is key to making them delicious!

Instructions
 

Let's get cooking with these easy steps!

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, milk, ketchup, onions, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Scoop the mixture into a greased muffin tin, filling each cup almost full.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
  • Top each meatloaf cup with cheese and bake for another 5 minutes until melted.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy watching your Monster Meatloaf Cups come to life! 🎃

    Notes

    Feel free to get creative with your toppings to make them even more fun!
    Use sliced olives for eyes or strips of bell pepper for mouths.
    These cups are fantastic for spooky-themed dinners or just a fun family meal.
    They store well and can be reheated for a quick weeknight dinner.
    My family loves adding a dash of BBQ sauce for extra flavor.
    Keep experimenting to discover your favorite twist!
    Keyword Fun dinner for kids, Ground beef recipes, Halloween meatloaf, Kid-friendly dinner, Mini meatloaf muffins, Monster-themed food, Muffin tin meatloaf, Spooky dinner ideas