Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Deluxe. This dish combines the rich, smoky flavors of a BBQ bacon cheeseburger with the hearty satisfaction of meatloaf. It’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any time you want to treat yourself to a meal that’s both comforting and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for glazing)
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and milk in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the egg and mix gently until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press it into the loaf pan.
- Glaze the loaf with BBQ sauce, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or pepper jack, for a different flavor twist.
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the meat mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, Comfort Food, Hearty Dinner, Family Recipe