🥓🧀🍔 Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20 works great)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup diced onion
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½ cup dill pickles, chopped (optional but adds a great burger tang)
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½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed buttery crackers)
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2 large eggs
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⅓ cup ketchup
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1 tbsp mustard
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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6–8 slices bacon, uncooked
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
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Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil, or use a loaf pan.
2️⃣ Make the Meatloaf Mixture
In a large bowl, combine:
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Ground beef
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Shredded cheese
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Onion, pickles, breadcrumbs
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Eggs, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire
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Garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Mix gently with hands or a spatula — don’t overwork it.
3️⃣ Shape and Top with Bacon
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Form into a loaf shape on the prepared pan or press into a loaf pan.
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Drape bacon slices over the top, slightly overlapping. Tuck ends under the loaf if needed.
4️⃣ Bake
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Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
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For extra crispy bacon, broil for 2–4 minutes at the end (watch closely!).
5️⃣ Rest and Slice
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Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing — this keeps it juicy.
🍟 Optional Toppings & Sauce Ideas
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Burger Sauce Glaze: Mix 2 tbsp ketchup + 1 tbsp mustard + 1 tsp brown sugar and brush over bacon halfway through baking.
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Serve with extra pickles, chopped tomatoes, or even a drizzle of special sauce.
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Great with mashed potatoes, fries, or a side salad.
🔄 Variations
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Swap cheddar for pepper jack, smoked gouda, or a cheese blend.
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Use a mix of beef and pork for added moisture.
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Add a layer of cheese in the middle for a gooey surprise.
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Make mini meatloaves in a muffin tin for faster cooking and portion control.
Want a low-carb version (no breadcrumbs), an air fryer adaptation, or a freezer-friendly prep plan?
