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BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf

BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf: Irresistible Comfort in Every Bite

BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf is the perfect blend of smoky barbecue, crispy bacon, and cheesy goodness, ideal for comforting weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 mini loaves
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/2 cup Chili Sauce ketchup can be substituted
  • 8 oz Thick Bacon crumbled
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded, can substitute with pepper jack
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs can use regular breadcrumbs
  • 2 Large Eggs can use veggie purees for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder can use fresh sautéed onions
  • 1 tsp Seasoned Salt or use regular salt with herbs
  • 1 tsp Granulated Garlic fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard Dijon can be used for a gourmet touch
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce experiment with different brands

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • basting brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the thick bacon until crispy, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and crumble.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, chili sauce, crumbled bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, onion powder, seasoned salt, granulated garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into 8 round mini loaves and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Create a small depression in the center of each.
  5. Brush BBQ sauce generously over the top of each mini loaf.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until cooked through to 160°F (70°C). Switch to broil for 2–5 minutes to caramelize the BBQ sauce.
  7. Let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini loafCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These ingredients and steps create a comforting and delicious BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf perfect for weeknights or meal prep.

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