Description
Honey BBQ Meatloaf combines savory ground beef with a tangy BBQ glaze, creating the perfect balance of sweet and smoky. This twist on the classic meatloaf is sure to satisfy everyone at your dinner table with its rich, tender texture and flavorful glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground beef (or a mix of ground beef and pork, or ground turkey)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the BBQ Glaze:
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare the meat mixture: In a bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
- Shape and bake the meatloaf: Transfer the meat mixture to the loaf pan and shape into a loaf. Bake for 45 minutes.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika.
- Glaze the meatloaf: Brush half of the glaze over the meatloaf. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite sides.
Notes
- Don’t overmix: Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to prevent a dense meatloaf.
- Use lean ground beef: Ground beef with 80/20 fat content is ideal for flavor and moisture.
- Let it rest: Resting the meatloaf after baking ensures juiciness and easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Meatloaf, BBQ Meatloaf Recipe, Classic Meatloaf, Meatloaf with BBQ Glaze, Comfort Food, Family Dinner