Tasty Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Description

If you love a classic bacon cheeseburger, you’re going to love this Tasty Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf! It combines juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, onion, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce into one delicious comfort-food dinner. Every slice is packed with savory cheeseburger flavor, with a cheesy topping and crispy bacon that makes it extra irresistible.

This easy meatloaf is perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday family dinners, or whenever you’re craving something hearty and satisfying. Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, coleslaw, or a simple green salad. And don’t forget the pickles—they add the perfect cheeseburger-style finishing touch!

Full Recipe

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

• 2 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 3 large eggs
• 1¼ cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 3 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup mayonnaise

For the Topping:

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon
• Pickle slices, optional
• Extra ketchup or mustard, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Prepare the meat mixture:
   Add the ground beef, crumbled cooked bacon, eggs, breadcrumbs, cheddar cubes, and diced onion to a large bowl.
3. Add the seasonings:
   Add ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Mix gently:
   Using clean hands or a large spoon, mix everything until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.
5. Shape the meatloaf:
   Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and gently press it into an even loaf.
6. Bake:
   Place the meatloaf in the oven and bake for 50–60 minutes.
7. Add the cheesy topping:
   Remove the meatloaf from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the top.
8. Finish baking:
   Return it to the oven for another 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
9. Rest before slicing:
   Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps keep it juicy and makes it easier to cut.
10. Serve:
    Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides. Add pickles, ketchup, or mustard for an extra cheeseburger-inspired flavor.

Helpful Tips

• Use freshly shredded cheddar for the best melting texture.
• Cook the bacon before adding it to the meat mixture.
• Don’t overmix the beef mixture.
• Let the meatloaf rest before slicing so it stays moist.
• For extra cheeseburger flavor, serve each slice with dill pickles and a little ketchup or mustard.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Reheat individual slices in the microwave, oven, or air fryer.

Serving Ideas

This bacon cheeseburger meatloaf pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli, crispy potato wedges, corn, green beans, coleslaw, or a fresh garden salad. For a fun twist, place leftover slices between toasted buns with lettuce, pickles, ketchup, and mustard to make delicious meatloaf burgers.