Homemade Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
- Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
This Homemade Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf. Is the ultimate comfort food. Merging the juicy, savory flavors of a bacon cheeseburger. With the heartiness of a classic meatloaf. Crispy bacon, gooey cheddar cheese, and a tangy ketchup-mustard glaze. Make every bite. A delightful explosion of flavors. It’s a dish. That brings the family together. Perfect for those cozy nights. When you want something warm. And satisfying.
Ingredients
10 slices bacon
⅓ c ketchup
2 tbsp prepared yellow mustard
1 lb ground beef chuck
1 (8 oz) package shredded Cheddar cheese
2 eggs, beaten
¼ c dry bread crumbs
¼ c mayonnaise
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
1 (3 oz) can French-fried onions
Instructions
Preheat and Cook Bacon: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, then crumble when cool.
Mix Topping: Combine ketchup and mustard in a small bowl.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix crumbled bacon, ground beef, cheddar cheese, eggs, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper with ¼ of the ketchup mixture. Pat into a 5×9-inch loaf pan.
Add Glaze: Spread the remaining ketchup mixture over the top.
Bake: Bake for 45 minutes, then top with French-fried onions. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C) is reached.
Rest and Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.