Here’s a hearty, savory recipe for Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, combining all the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger in a moist, flavorful meatloaf:
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Meatloaf:
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1 lb ground pork or extra beef (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Cheese & Bacon:
- 6–8 slices bacon, partially cooked
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (or your favorite burger cheese)
Topping (Optional):
- ½ cup ketchup, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp mustard (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Meat Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork (if using), breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the Meatloaf:
- On a parchment-lined baking pan or loaf pan, shape half of the meat mixture into a loaf.
- Add Cheese & Bacon:
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the meatloaf base.
- Layer partially cooked bacon on top of the cheese.
- Cover with remaining meat mixture, sealing edges gently.
- Optional Glaze:
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Brush over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake:
- 50–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve:
- Slice thick and serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Tips
- Cheese Variation: Try pepper jack for a spicy kick or Swiss for a milder flavor.
- Bacon Tip: Partially cook bacon first so it crisps but doesn’t overcook during baking.
- Moisture Hack: Mix in 2 tbsp ketchup or BBQ sauce into the meat mixture for extra juiciness.
If you want, I can also provide a quick one-pan version of bacon cheeseburger meatloaf that cooks faster and minimizes cleanup while keeping all the flavors intact.
Do you want me to give that one-pan version?
