Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is an easy and moist loaf made with beef, bacon, cheese, and all the classic burger flavors!A FLAVORFUL TWIST ON A CLASSIC MEATLOAFIf you love a classic bacon cheeseburger, this Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is about to become a new family favorite dinner recipe. Its packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and all those familiar burger flavors that you know and love, baked into one hearty, comforting, classic dinner. It also makes for outstanding meatloaf sandwiches for lunch the next day!FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:I like my meatloaf super moist, how do I do that? I gave this meatloaf more of a burger texture but if you like to make sure your meatloaf is super, super moist, then I suggest adding in a cup of milk to the meatloaf mixture. What to serve with Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf? Traditionally, meatloaf is served with mashed potatoes and a side of vegetables. But with this being a Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, you can serve it with classic cheeseburger sides like French fries, onion rings or tater tots! Can I make Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the meatloaf 24 to 48 hours in advance. Cover it and store it in the refrigerator until youre ready to bake. You can also make it ahead and freeze it for up to three months, then thaw and bake when needed.If you are cooking it from cold, you will need to add a few minutes onto the cooking time. How else can I serve leftovers? A meatloaf sandwich is a must in this house if we have any leftovers. It offers another way to enjoy a tasty meal. Take a slice of the meatloaf and heat it in a skillet over medium heat, searing each side, then place it on a bun. Maybe even top with some Thousand Island dressing to give it those Big Mac flavors. What else can I add? If you have other vegetables that you would typically put on your cheeseburger, you can add them to your meatloaf as well, such as sauted mushrooms or onions. If you want to add lettuce or fresh diced tomatoes, wait until serving and make them add-ons, so that the lettuce doesnt wilt or the tomatoes become too soft. Can I make this in a loaf pan instead of a sheet pan? Yes, this can be made in a loaf pan, with about the same cooking time, if desired. However, I prefer cooking it on a sheet pan so some of the fat can spread away from the meat as it bakes. Can I make this in the Instant Pot? You can make a similar recipe using my Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe. I suppose you could just cook it in that using those instructions as you would my original Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe. Could I make this in a slow cooker? You can, just add the bacon, cheese and pickles to my recipe for Slow Cooker Meatloaf and follow the instructions. Whats the best way to store and reheat leftovers? Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.To Reheat: Place in the oven at 350F for 10-15 minutes or until thoroughly heated. To heat single servings, microwave for 45-60 seconds or until the desired temperature is reached, or air fry at 350F for 5-8 minutes.To Freeze: Wrap in two layers of plastic wrap and then cover with a layer of aluminum foil; freeze for up to 3 months. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)ground beef I recommend using 80/20 OR 85/15 for this recipe. I know, two pounds can seem like an expense in this day and age, so if you need to half it, you can. If only using one pound of ground beef, halve all the other ingredients used as well. You can also mix ground beef with ground pork.bacon cooked and crumbled. I like to reserve a small amount for topping the meatloaf with. There are several cuts you can choose from. I recommend a classic or thick-cut bacon.I like to cook up some bacon and use it then. You can make Air Fryer bacon by doing the following:Preheat air fryer to 375F (if your model requires preheating).Place bacon strips in a single layer in the basket (overlapping slightly is fine).Cook for 6-10 minutes, flipping halfway if you want even cooking on both sides.For thin cut bacon, youll need about 6-7 minutes. For thick-cut bacon, you will need about 8-10 minutes. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.To make in the oven:Preheat oven to 400F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Place a wire rack on top (optional but helps bacon get crisp). Arrange bacon in a single layer.Bake for 15-20 minutes, checking at 15 minutes. Thin cut bacon will need about 15 minutes. Thick-cut bacon needs about 18-20 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. If you dont have time to cook up some bacon, you can pop some in the microwave or used the precooked and crumbled bacon you can get in a bag at the store.shredded Colby jack cheeselarge eggs these are going to help hold the meatloaf together.panko breadcrumbs you can even use about 3 slices of torn up bread slices.mayonnaise if you dont mind mayo, I suggest keeping it in this meatloaf as it helps keep it from drying out. You dont taste it as a separate ingredient.pickles roughly chopped. Meatloaf is pretty simple, if you dont like pickles, leave them out, you dont need to replace them. ketchup Tomato sauce is an alternative if you dont have ketchup.mustard if you dont care for mustard, just omit it. But again, it adds to the cheeseburger flavor without being an overpowering flavor.onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt and pepper if you prefer you can use your favorite burger seasoning.shredded cheddar cheese used as a topping. Other options include sharp, mild, or extra sharp cheddar. You can also use white cheddar or Colby Jack cheese or even Pepper Jack cheese for a little kick.HOW TO MAKE BACON CHEESEBURGER MEATLOAF:Preheat the oven to 350F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbled bacon, colby jack cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, pickles, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the sheet pan and shape it into a loaf.In a small bowl, combine the ketchup and mustard for the topping. Brush this ketchup mixture over the top of the meatloaf.Bake for 1 hour. Then, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165F. Top with reserved bacon.Allow the meat to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.CRAVING MORE RECIPES?Bacon Cheeseburger CasseroleCrock Pot MeatloafAir Fryer MeatloafInstant Pot Cheeseburger SoupCheeseburger Texas Toast PrintBacon Cheeseburger MeatloafA moist loaf of meatloaf with bacon and melted cheese. Course Dinner, Main CourseCuisine AmericanPrep Time 20 minutes minutesCook Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutesTotal Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutesServings 6Calories 815kcalAuthor Brandie SkibinskiIngredientsFor the Meatloaf:2 pounds ground beef (if possible, use a leaner ground beef)8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve a small amount for topping)1 cup shredded colby jack cheese2 large eggs cup panko breadcrumbs cup mayonnaise cup pickles, roughly chopped cup ketchup2 Tablespoons mustard1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon pepperTopping: cup ketchup2 Tablespoons mustard1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseInstructionsPreheat the oven to 350F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 pounds ground beef, 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve a bit for the topping), 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, cup pickles, roughly chopped, cup ketchup, 2 Tablespoons mustard, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Transfer the mixture to the sheet pan and shape it into a loaf. In a small bowl, combine cup ketchup and 2 Tablespoons mustard for the topping. Brush this ketchup mixture over the top of the meatloaf. Bake for 1 hour. Then, sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165F. Top with reserved bacon. Allow the meat to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. NotesPlease refer to my FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.NutritionCalories: 815kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 64g | Sodium: 1487mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g

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