This Cheeseburger Meatloaf recipe is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food dish. It combines all the flavors of a cheeseburger in a juicy and flavorful meatloaf, making it a perfect choice for a family dinner or a special gathering.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
This Cheeseburger Meatloaf offers the delicious taste of a cheeseburger in a comforting meatloaf form. It’s easy to make, requires simple ingredients, and is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. The gooey melted Cheddar cheese inside adds a wonderful richness to each bite, making it a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- ¾ cup fresh bread crumbs
- ½ cup minced onion
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
- 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, minced onion, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pat out the meat mixture into a 14×18-inch rectangle on a piece of wax paper.
- Spread the shredded Cheddar cheese over the meat, leaving a 3/4 inch border along the edges.
- Roll up the meat jelly-roll fashion to enclose the filling and form a pinwheel loaf. Press the meat in on both ends to enclose the cheese.
- Place the meatloaf in a 10×15-inch baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meatloaf should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Kcal: 520 per serving
- Storage:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze slices of the meatloaf for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Recipe Tips:
For added flavor, you can mix in some cooked and crumbled bacon or diced pickles into the meat mixture before shaping the loaf. Serve slices of this Cheeseburger Meatloaf with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.