BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe 🥓🍔
If you’re a fan of smoky BBQ flavors, gooey cheese, and hearty comfort food, this BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is exactly what you need to try next! It’s the perfect fusion of a classic cheeseburger and a savory meatloaf. Packed with bacon, cheddar cheese, and BBQ sauce, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and even easier to love. I discovered this delicious recipe on the CRENN Recipes Facebook Group, and it’s quickly become a favorite at my dinner table.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf combines the best of both worlds—classic burger flavors with the comforting appeal of meatloaf. It’s smoky, cheesy, and juicy, with just the right amount of BBQ tang to make every bite irresistible. Whether it’s a family dinner or a weekend treat, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe
Serves: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef 🍖
- 1/2 lb ground pork 🐖
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 🍞
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce 🍯
- 1/4 cup diced onion 🧅
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 4 strips of cooked bacon, crumbled 🥓
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (for topping) 🍯
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, BBQ sauce, diced onion, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape and Place: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Top with BBQ Sauce: Spread the additional BBQ sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until fully cooked. Let the meatloaf rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad.
Pro Tips:
- Customize the Cheese: Swap out cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella for a fun flavor twist.
- Add a Spicy Kick: Stir in a teaspoon of cayenne or chili powder for some heat.
- Make it Mini: Turn this recipe into mini meatloaves by baking in a muffin tin—perfect for individual servings.
This BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food, with layers of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Try it out and let me know how it turns out!
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