Description
Cheeseburger meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining the savory flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the hearty, satisfying texture of homemade meatloaf. This irresistible dish takes the best of both worlds and transforms it into a family-friendly meal that’s sure to become a new household favorite. With a blend of juicy ground beef, melted cheddar, and crispy bacon, each bite of cheeseburger meatloaf delivers a burst of flavor that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: To 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix Meatloaf Base: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, 1 cup cheddar, ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
3. Shape Loaf: Form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape on the prepared baking sheet or press it into a loaf pan.
4. Bake: Bake the cheeseburger meatloaf uncovered for 45 minutes.
5. Add Toppings: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and top it with the remaining cheddar slices and chopped bacon.
6. Finish Baking: Return the meatloaf to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Rest and Serve: Let the cheeseburger meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
To ensure your cheeseburger meatloaf turns out perfectly, be sure to mix the ingredients just until they’re combined, without overworking the meat. This will help prevent the meatloaf from becoming dense or tough. Additionally, letting the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing is crucial, as it allows the flavors to meld and the loaf to firm up for easy slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg