Loaded Bacon BBQ Cheeseburger Meatloaf

If you love a classic cheeseburger, this Loaded Bacon BBQ Cheeseburger Meatloaf takes all those irresistible flavors and turns them into one hearty, family-style dinner. Juicy seasoned ground beef is loaded with crispy bacon, melty cheddar cheese, and savory onions, then topped with a sweet and smoky BBQ glaze.

Every slice is packed with cheesy, beefy goodness, while the caramelized BBQ topping adds the perfect finishing touch. Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for an easy comfort-food dinner everyone will want seconds of!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

• 2 lb ground beef
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the BBQ Glaze

• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Optional Toppings

• Extra shredded cheddar
• Extra cooked bacon
• Pickles
• Sliced green onions

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. Make the meat mixture

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked crumbled bacon, onion, garlic, cheddar cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Gently mix everything together until just combined. Avoid overmixing so the meatloaf stays tender.

3. Shape the meatloaf

Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and shape it into a loaf. If using a loaf pan, gently press the mixture into the pan without packing it too tightly.

4. Make the BBQ glaze

In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and smoked paprika.

Spread about half of the glaze over the top of the meatloaf.

5. Bake

Bake uncovered for approximately 50–60 minutes.

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining BBQ glaze over the top. Return it to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Add extra cheese

For an extra-loaded cheeseburger finish, sprinkle more cheddar over the top during the final few minutes of baking. Add a little extra crumbled bacon if desired.

7. Rest and serve

Let the meatloaf rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices settle and makes it easier to cut into neat, cheesy slices.

Serve warm with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, corn, green beans, or a simple salad.

🥓🍔 Pro Tips

• Don’t overmix: Gently combine the ingredients for a softer, more tender meatloaf.
• Use freshly cooked bacon: It gives the meatloaf the best smoky flavor and texture.
• Sharp cheddar works beautifully: It gives every bite a stronger cheeseburger flavor.
• Let it rest: Cutting immediately can cause the juices and cheese to run out.
• Make it extra loaded: Add diced pickles, caramelized onions, or extra cheddar to the mixture.
• For a crispy BBQ topping: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully.

🍽️ Yield & Nutrition

Yield: 6–8 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 60–75 minutes
Rest time: 10–15 minutes
Total time: About 1 hour 30 minutes

Estimated per serving, depending on portion size and ingredients:

• Calories: ~500
• Protein: ~34g
• Carbohydrates: ~20g
• Fat: ~32g
• Fiber: ~1g
• Sodium: ~950mg

❤️ Serving Idea

For the ultimate cheeseburger-inspired dinner, serve thick slices of this meatloaf with crispy roasted potatoes, dill pickles, and extra BBQ sauce on the side. It has all the flavors of a loaded bacon cheeseburger without needing to stand over a grill!