Description
Hearty bacon cheeseburger meatloaf delivers classic comfort with American diner-style flavors. Savory meat mixture combines ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375F (190C) and coat a loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently fold together ground beef, shredded cheddar, crispy bacon bits, breadcrumbs, whisked eggs, diced onions, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Carefully mold the meat mixture into a compact loaf shape, ensuring uniform thickness and pressing out any air pockets.
- Transfer the formed loaf into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface for even cooking.
- Drizzle and spread a thin, even layer of ketchup across the top of the meatloaf, creating a glossy, tangy glaze.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches 160F (70C) for safe consumption.
- Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaf to rest and settle for 5-10 minutes, which helps retain moisture and makes slicing easier.
- Slice into hearty portions and serve warm, garnishing with additional chopped herbs or a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Mix ingredients gently to prevent dense, tough meatloaf texture, keeping mixture light and tender.
- Use sharp cheddar for intense flavor or experiment with smoked gouda for extra depth.
- Replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to reduce carbohydrate content.
- For healthier version, use turkey bacon or reduce bacon quantity while maintaining smoky flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 416 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg