my mini meatloaf

Southwest, FL
Updated on Aug 19, 2025

Sometimes smaller is better. This one pound meatloaf seems to work nicely for the two of us. We still end up with leftovers for another meal and a sandwich or two! Even though it's small, it's still big on flavor!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chuck or ground round
  • 1 small onion, chopped very fine
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 27 saltine crackers, crushed to crumbs, 18 for mixture, and 9 for topping
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make my mini meatloaf

  • Step 1
    Mix all the ingredients, reserving the cracker crumbs for the topping.
  • Glass loaf dish
    Step 2
    Place the mixture in a small glass loaf pan, and pat it into place. Top with the reserved cracker crumbs, dot with some butter, and splash with a little extra milk.
  • Step 3
    Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
  • Ready to serve!
    Step 4
    Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

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Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Category: Meatloafs

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