Description
Hearty bacon cheeseburger meatloaf combines classic comfort with bold burger flavors, creating a mouthwatering main dish. Juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese merge in this crowd-pleasing meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef
- 0.5 pounds (227 grams) bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
Binders and Seasonings:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Thoroughly mix ground beef with crumbled crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, whisked eggs, finely diced onion, tangy ketchup, zesty mustard, rich Worcestershire sauce, aromatic garlic powder, and seasoning until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently form the meat mixture into a compact, rustic loaf shape, ensuring even thickness to promote consistent cooking.
- Position the meatloaf in a lightly greased baking vessel, selecting either a traditional loaf pan or a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Transfer the prepared meatloaf to a preheated oven set at 375°F, allowing it to roast and develop a robust, caramelized exterior.
- Monitor the cooking process, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 160°F, which typically requires 45-50 minutes of baking time.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and permit it to rest for several minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and enhancing overall moisture and flavor.
- Slice the meatloaf into hearty portions, serving immediately while warm to maximize taste and textural enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the meat mixture by using lean ground beef or a blend of ground meats like turkey and beef for a healthier twist.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties such as pepper jack or smoked gouda to add unique flavor profiles to the meatloaf.
- Prevent dryness by avoiding overmixing the ingredients, which can make the meatloaf tough and dense.
- Enhance moisture and texture by adding a layer of bacon on top of the meatloaf before baking for extra crispiness and flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg