Description
Juicy BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf stuffed with gooey cheddar cheese, topped with crispy bacon, and glazed with BBQ sauce. A family favorite comfort food dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (divided)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6–8 slices bacon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix meatloaf base – In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and ½ cup BBQ sauce. Mix gently until combined.
- Assemble loaf – Press half the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over it. Cover with remaining meat mixture, sealing edges well.
- Top with bacon – Lay bacon slices across the top of the loaf.
- Bake – Place in the oven and bake for 45 minutes.
- Glaze and finish – Remove from oven, brush with remaining BBQ sauce, and bake an additional 15 minutes until bacon is crisp and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve – Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the beef mixture; it can make the meatloaf dense.
- Use sharp cheddar or pepper jack for a bolder flavor.
- If bacon cooks too quickly, cover loosely with foil and remove it for the last 10 minutes.
- Add diced jalapeños or pickles inside for a true cheeseburger twist.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day—serve as sandwiches with extra BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes