Meat Cakes

These are meatloaf’s fun little cousins that bake in muffin tins for perfect portions.

Ground beef gets mixed with Italian sausage for extra flavor, then bound together with applesauce (keeps them moist), whole wheat breadcrumbs, and bran for fiber. Italian seasoning, sage, and Worcestershire add depth, and the whole mixture gets scooped into muffin cups and baked until done. The individual portions make them perfect for meal prep or kid-friendly dinners.

Serve them hot with mashed potatoes or cold in lunchboxes the next day.

Cooking Tips

• Use lean ground beef to prevent greasy muffin cups
• Applesauce adds moisture without adding fat
• Don’t overmix or meat cakes will be dense
• Let them rest 5 minutes in tins before removing for easier handling