Balsamic-Glazed Mini Meatloaves

with Tangy Balsamic Glaze

These Balsamic-Glazed Mini Meatloaves are a delightful twist on a classic comfort food. Individually sized and brushed with a tangy balsamic glaze, each mini loaf offers a tender and flavorful experience in every bite. Cooking them in the air fryer speeds up the process and gives them a lovely crust, but oven instructions are also provided for your convenience.
For the best texture, mix the ingredients until just combined to keep the meatloaves tender. You can even prepare the loaves ahead of time and refrigerate them for up to three days before cooking. Serve these mini meatloaves with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

1. Preheat the air fryerRemove the insert from your air fryer basket. Preheat the air fryer to 325°F.Preheating ensures even cooking of the meatloaves.

2. Prepare the meat mixtureIn a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs and let the mixture sit for 2 minutes. Add the grated onion, grated garlic, and chopped parsley. Then add the ground beef and mix until just combined.Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaves tender.

3. Shape the mini meatloavesDivide the meat mixture into three equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf approximately 5 by 3 inches. Place the loaves on the air fryer insert. If using a stainless steel insert, brush it lightly with oil before adding the meatloaves.Wet your hands slightly to prevent the meat from sticking while shaping.

4. First stage of cookingReturn the insert with the meatloaves to the air fryer basket. Air-fry the meatloaves at 325°F for 10 minutes.

5. Prepare the balsamic glazeIn a small bowl, stir together the ketchup and balsamic vinegar until well combined. Transfer 2 tablespoons of this mixture to a separate bowl and set aside.Reserving some glaze allows for a final brush after cooking for extra flavor.

6. Glaze and continue cookingBrush the tops and sides of the meatloaves with the remaining ketchup mixture. Continue to air-fry until the internal temperature reaches 150°F, about 13 to 16 minutes more.Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaves are cooked through.

7. Finish and serveBrush the meatloaves with the reserved 2 tablespoons of ketchup mixture. Let them rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving.Resting allows the juices to redistribute for a juicier meatloaf.Soak the air fryer insert immediately after use to make cleanup easier.

8. Oven instructions (optional)To cook in the oven, preheat it to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil. Place the shaped meatloaves on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Brush with the ketchup mixture and continue baking until the internal temperature reaches 150°F, about 15 to 20 minutes more. Brush with the reserved glaze and let rest before serving.

Eggs2 large

- Dairy

Worcestershire Sauce2 tbsp

- Condiments

Kosher salt3/4 tsp

- Spices

Black Pepper1/2 tsp

- Spices

Panko breadcrumbs1/2 cup

- Baking

Onion1 small

- Produce

Garlic cloves2 clove

- Produce

Fresh flat-leaf parsley1/2 cup

- Produce

Ground beef chuck (80% lean)1/2 lb

- Meat

Oil0 count

- Oil & Vinegar

Ketchup1/4 cup

- Condiments

Balsamic vinegar1 tbsp

- Condiments

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Balsamic-Glazed Mini Meatloaves

with Tangy Balsamic Glaze