Name: Glazed Air Fryer Meatloaf Minis
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup bread crumbs; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1 pound ground round (85/15); 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; cooking spray

Directions

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1 Collect and measure all the ingredients, then heat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2 Combine the bread crumbs and whole milk in a medium bowl. Leave the mixture undisturbed for 5 minutes so the crumbs can absorb the milk.

3 Place the ground round, yellow onion, lightly beaten egg, chopped thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper in the bowl. Mix only until everything is distributed evenly, taking care not to overwork the beef.

4 Divide the meat mixture evenly and gently shape it into 2 rectangles, each measuring about 3 by 4 1/2 inches.

5 In a small bowl, blend the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Keep the glaze nearby for later.

6 Coat the air-fryer basket generously with cooking spray, or cover it with parchment paper to simplify cleanup. Arrange the two loaves in the basket and generously spray their surfaces with cooking spray.

7 Air-fry the meatloaves for about 20 to 25 minutes, until their exteriors are nicely browned. Once they have cooked for 18 minutes, brush the ketchup glaze evenly over both loaves. Check the centers with an instant-read thermometer; they should reach at least 155 degrees F (68 degrees C).

8 Carefully lift the meatloaves from the basket and allow them to rest for 5 minutes. Finish with the additional thyme leaves and serve.

Glazed Air Fryer Meatloaf Minis

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