๐Ÿ”๐Ÿง€ Cheeseburger Meatloaf ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿ”

Cheeseburger Meatloaf is a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining the juicy flavors of a cheeseburger with the comfort of meatloaf. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

๐Ÿ“‹ Ingredients:

  • ๐Ÿฅฉ 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • ๐Ÿง… 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • ๐Ÿง„ 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ๐Ÿž 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • ๐Ÿฅš 1 egg
  • ๐Ÿง€ 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ๐Ÿฅ’ 1/4 cup chopped pickles (optional)
  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 1 tablespoon mustard
  • ๐Ÿ… 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ๐Ÿง‚ 1 teaspoon salt
  • ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Topping:

  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 1/4 cup ketchup
  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 1 tablespoon mustard
  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 1 tablespoon brown sugar

๐Ÿ“ Directions:

Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pickles (if using), ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.

Form the Meatloaf:

  1. Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down to form a loaf shape.

Prepare the Topping:

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar until smooth.
  2. Spread the topping mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Bake:

  1. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160ยฐF (70ยฐC) and the meatloaf is cooked through.
  2. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Serve:
Slice the Cheeseburger Meatloaf and serve it with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a fresh salad.

Preparation time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Total Time:

1 hour 15 minutes

Servings:

6 servings

Calories:

350 kcal per serving

๐Ÿ’ก Notes:

  • For an extra cheeseburger flavor, top the meatloaf with additional shredded cheese during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • Leftovers make great sandwiches! Simply reheat slices of meatloaf and serve on a bun with your favorite burger toppings.
  • Customize the meatloaf by adding your favorite cheeseburger ingredients such as bacon, jalapeรฑos, or barbecue sauce.

Enjoy the delicious combination of cheeseburger flavors in this comforting Cheeseburger Meatloaf! ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿง€