Description
This playful and festive Mummy Meatloaf recipe combines a flavorful ground turkey meatloaf base wrapped in a buttery dough resembling mummy bandages, perfect for a Halloween-themed dinner. Featuring a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze and a hint of spices, this savory dish is easy to prepare and sure to delight adults and kids alike with its creative presentation.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1 large egg
- 2 ½ tablespoons ice cold water
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
For the Turkey Meatloaf
- 1 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, divided
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup shredded carrot (about 1 carrot)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large candy eyes or sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the meatloaf.
- Make Ketchup Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Set aside half for later glazing.
- Prepare Meatloaf Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, shredded carrot, remaining 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add half of the ketchup glaze to the meat mixture and stir thoroughly to incorporate the flavors.
- Shape Meatloaf: Form a small ball of the meat mixture to create the mummy’s head and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Shape the remaining meat into an oval for the body and connect it to the head smoothly with your fingers.
- Brush Meatloaf: Brush the remaining ketchup glaze generously over the surface of the shaped meatloaf for a sweet and tangy finish.
- Make Dough: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and ice cold water. In a food processor, pulse together the flour and salt, then add the cold cubed butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in the egg-water mixture and pulse until a thick dough forms.
- Roll and Cut Dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Cut the dough into long, thin strips approximately ½ inch wide to simulate mummy bandages.
- Decorate Meatloaf: Arrange the dough strips in a crisscross pattern over the meatloaf, leaving space at the top for the mummy’s face. You may not need to use all the dough.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit is reached in the center of the loaf.
- Finish and Serve: Allow the meatloaf to cool slightly, then place the candy eyes or sliced olives onto the face area. Slice into portions and serve for a fun, festive meal.
Notes
- You can substitute candy eyes with sliced black olives or small pieces of vegetables for a savory eye option.
- The dough is similar to a pastry dough and can be chilled for 15 minutes if too soft to handle.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is cooked to a safe temperature of 165°F.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Leftover meatloaf can be refrigerated and reheated, though it’s best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of meatloaf
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
