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Published: September 24, 2017 Last Modified: April 22, 2019 By Sara 20 Comments

Cheeseburger Meatloaf

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Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe | Individual Meatloaf | Mini Meatloaf | Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe

This cheeseburger meatloaf recipe is individual meatloaves filled with bacon and cheddar cheese that are baked to perfection. Comfort food at its finest!

Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe | Individual Meatloaf | Mini Meatloaf | Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe

A cheeseburger meatloaf with a fork pulling a piece away.

Can you ever go wrong with a classic like meatloaf? My mom actually never made meatloaf, I didn’t even try it until I was adult!  My husband was actually the one who introduced me to meatloaf, and I’ve been experimenting with different flavor combinations ever since. This cheeseburger meatloaf is a twist on the classic recipe with the addition of bacon and cheddar cheese for a savory delight that’s probably better than what your mom used to make. I made mini meatloaves to up the fun factor which my kids appreciated, but you could make one larger meatloaf if you prefer.

A tray of individual meatloaves.

How Do You Make Cheeseburger Meatloaves?

So let’s talk ingredients. We’ve got ground beef (I use 90% lean), cooked bacon, sauteed onions, cubed cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs and seasonings. The ingredients are all mixed together and formed into individual sized meatloaves. The meatloaves are covered in ketchup, then take a trip through the oven. This cheeseburger meatloaf is just packed full of flavor, I prefer it to a traditional meatloaf recipe and so does my family.

A cross section of an individual sized cheeseburger meatloaf.

I serve these meatloaves with a side of mashed potatoes and a green vegetable like steamed broccoli. Sometimes I even make a double batch of this recipe and we use the leftover meatloaf for sandwiches the next day. It’s just that good!

I add a sprinkling of parsley at the end for a little more flavor and color, but that’s a totally optional step if you don’t have any parsley in the house. The meat mixture can be made a day before you plan to bake it. Sometimes I’ll put the ingredients together in the morning and store the formed meatloaves in the fridge; that way, all I have to do is pop them in the oven later in the day. It’s super convenient for busy days when you want a hot fresh meal on the table without a ton of fuss.

This recipe is total comfort food, perfect for chilly days that will (hopefully!) be heading our way soon!

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Cheeseburger Meatloaf

This cheeseburger meatloaf recipe is individual meatloaves filled with bacon and cheddar cheese that are baked to perfection. Comfort food at its finest!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 385kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lbs ground beef I use 90% lean
  • cooking spray
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the heat and stir in the mustard and worcestershire sauce.
  • In a large bowl, combine the onion mixture, beef, bacon, panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, egg, 2 tablespoons of water and cheddar cheese. 
  • Mix together until well blended.
  • Form 4 individual meatloaves and place on prepared sheet pan. Spread 1 tablespoon of ketchup over each meatloaf.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through. Sprinkle with parsley if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 881mg | Potassium: 594mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Ben McEntee says

      January 29, 2022 at 3:10 pm

      5 stars
      Great meatloaf recipe. I didn’t change anything and everyone loved it. My 6 yr old said I should have doubled the recipe so we could have had extra.

      Reply
    2. Rachel says

      September 12, 2021 at 12:19 pm

      In recipe it says 1 egg then down below it says 2 eggs how many eggs are needed

      Reply
      • Sara says

        September 14, 2021 at 10:29 am

        Step 4 says egg, then next to it says 2 tablespoons of water. The recipe only calls for an egg (1).

        Reply
    3. Mary says

      September 3, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      One of my kids favorite new recipes! I change up the cheese with whatever I have and it always comes out amazing!

      Reply
    4. traci says

      April 30, 2020 at 3:14 pm

      5 stars
      did not have bacon BUT THIS IS DELICIOUS! Just finished YUM!

      Reply
    5. Jenn says

      April 22, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      So good! Used 96% lean beef and it didn’t fry out thanks to the bacon. I used shredded cheese too and just stuffed it in the middle of each loaf. My 4 year old loved it!

      Reply
    6. Rob says

      December 10, 2019 at 2:02 pm

      Can you actually use Mac and cheese as a filler? Then form meat around Mac cheese or would that work?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        December 11, 2019 at 8:51 am

        I’ve never tried it before so I’m not sure!

        Reply
    7. Suzy says

      June 10, 2019 at 8:16 pm

      I absolutely LOVE the bacon crumbled up in this! It was so good!

      Reply
    8. Jacque Hooper says

      June 10, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      Bring on the comfort food! This was such an awesome recipe for dinner last night and has quickly become a family favorite recipe! Delish!

      Reply
    9. Echo says

      June 10, 2019 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      I’m not usually a huge fan of meatloaf but this is an exception!

      Reply
    10. Eden says

      June 10, 2019 at 11:53 am

      5 stars
      Such a fun idea and my kids loved it!

      Reply
    11. Krissy Allori says

      June 10, 2019 at 11:35 am

      5 stars
      This recipe gives meatloaf night new life!

      Reply
    12. Nikki says

      September 19, 2018 at 3:46 pm

      Sounds like a great idea. I might try this tonight.

      Reply
    13. Sam says

      October 10, 2017 at 8:36 am

      5 stars
      Always a crowd pleaser!

      Reply
    14. Bea says

      October 8, 2017 at 7:41 am

      5 stars
      Tried these on a busy day and everyone cleared their plates! It’s going on the meal rotation each month!

      Reply
    15. Barb says

      October 7, 2017 at 4:01 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for supper tonight and it was delicious. Probably will never make my old meatloaf recipe again.

      Reply
      • Sara says

        October 7, 2017 at 9:51 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    16. Debbie says

      October 5, 2017 at 7:19 pm

      5 stars
      Love this twist on comfort food!

      Reply
    17. olivia @ livforcake says

      September 25, 2017 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      I never had meatloaf either growing up, I feel like I missed out! I know a lot of people are over it from their childhood, but I actually love it. Super cozy and comforting. Will have to try your version!

      Reply

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