🥓🍔 Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
This is a hearty, indulgent twist on classic meatloaf — it combines all the flavors of a bacon cheeseburger in one pan: juicy beef, melty cheese, smoky bacon, and a tangy ketchup glaze.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Filling:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
- 6–8 strips bacon, cooked and chopped (or reserve some for topping)
Glaze:
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Meatloaf
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix gently — don’t overwork the meat.
3️⃣ Layer Filling
- Press half the meat mixture into the bottom of the loaf pan.
- Sprinkle cheese and chopped bacon evenly over the layer.
- Cover with remaining meat mixture and gently shape into a loaf.
4️⃣ Add Glaze
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Optional: lay a few bacon strips on top for extra crunch.
5️⃣ Bake
- Bake uncovered for 55–65 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes
- Mac & cheese
- Green beans or corn on the cob
- Serve with pickles or ketchup for the full cheeseburger experience
💡 Tips for Maximum Flavor
- Sauté onions first for sweeter flavor.
- Use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for melty gooeyness.
- For a smoky twist, add smoked paprika to the meat mixture.
- Wrap the loaf in foil for the first 30 minutes for extra moisture, then uncover to brown the top.
If you want, I can also create a slow cooker version of this bacon cheeseburger meatloaf that keeps it ultra-juicy and hands-off.
