Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
A comforting dish combining juicy beef, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese rolled into a meatloaf, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 is ideal for flavor)
- 1 cup crushed saltine crackers (or breadcrumbs for a twist)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese don’t skimp on this!
- 3 strips bacon, chopped because everything’s better with bacon
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup ketchup plus more for topping, if you like
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed saltine crackers, half of the cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- Spread a layer of ketchup on top of your meatloaf and add extra cheese if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the ingredients to prevent a dense loaf. You can also add cooked bacon bits for extra flavor. Using a meat thermometer ensures it’s cooked through without drying it out.