Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

This Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf takes classic comfort food to the next level! Juicy seasoned ground beef is packed with gooey melted cheese, topped with a generous layer of crispy bacon, and finished with a savory burger-style glaze. Every slice is loaded with rich cheeseburger flavor, making it perfect for a hearty family dinner. Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad for the ultimate comfort-food meal.

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

• 2 lb ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder

For the Filling & Topping

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8–10 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped

For the Glaze

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, eggs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Mix gently with your hands until everything is evenly combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
4. Place about half of the meat mixture onto the prepared pan and shape it into a thick loaf.
5. Make a shallow well down the center and fill it with the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
6. Cover completely with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the edges so the cheese stays inside.
7. Mix the glaze ingredients together and spread about half over the top of the meatloaf.
8. Bake for 40 minutes.
9. Remove from the oven and cover the top generously with the crispy chopped bacon. Brush with the remaining glaze.
10. Return to the oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) internally.
11. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. This helps the melted cheese stay inside rather than running out immediately.
12. Garnish with a little chopped parsley and serve hot.

💡 Pro Tips

• Use 80/20 ground beef for a juicy, flavorful meatloaf.
• Don’t overmix the beef mixture.
• Seal the cheese completely inside the loaf.
• For an extra cheeseburger flavor, add diced pickles or a little finely chopped cooked onion to the mixture.
• Let the meatloaf rest before slicing for cleaner, cheesier pieces.