Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf Minis (Printable Page)

# What You Need:

→ Meatloaf Mixture

01 - 450 g ground beef (85/15)
02 - 225 g ground pork
03 - 50 g breadcrumbs
04 - 60 ml milk
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 2 tbsp ketchup
09 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano

→ Wrapping and Topping

14 - 6–12 slices of bacon (1–2 per mini loaf, depending on size)
15 - 3 tbsp ketchup (for glaze)
16 - 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for glaze)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a small bowl, combine milk and breadcrumbs. Let sit for 5 minutes.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently until just combined.
04 - Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each into a small loaf.
05 - Wrap each mini loaf with 1–2 slices of bacon, tucking ends underneath or securing with toothpicks if needed.
06 - Place the loaves on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - In a small bowl, mix ketchup and brown sugar. Brush the glaze over the tops of each loaf.
08 - Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 71°C, and the bacon is crisp. For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
09 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for beef and pork for a lighter version.
02 - Mini loaves freeze well; reheat in oven or microwave.
03 - Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.