Caramelized Onion Meatloaf has so much more flavor than your typical meatloaf. Topped with tons of sweet and savory caramelized onions and a brown sugar glaze. This meatloaf is anything but boring. Meatloaf is one of my very favorite comfort foods. I must have nearly a dozen versions of meatloaf that I make. Scroll down to find links to them. Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Save How To Serve Caramelized Onion Meatloaf I love to serve meatloaf with Southern Style Green Beans or Cracker Barrel Baby Limas, Mashed Potatoes, and Yeast Rolls. Caramelized Onions The secret to making really good caramelized onions is to have lots of patience. You need the heat turned fairly low or they will burn. It will take a good 25 to 30 minutes to get them fully caramelized. But they can be made a day or two in advance. I like to use a sweet onion for the caramelized onions. You could use a yellow onion instead. It will have a slightly stronger flavor. Type Of Ground Beef To Use You don’t want to use ground beef that is too lean or your meatloaf will be dry. You don’t want too much fat or it will be greasy. I think 85/15% is the sweet spot. Eggs, milk and breadcrumbs help keep this meatloaf moist and give it a tender texture. Recipe Tip Gently mix the meatloaf ingredients together. If you overmix them, you will have a tough meatloaf. Storage Meatloaf makes wonderful leftovers. Easy to turn into a delicious meatloaf sandwich. Will keep in an airtight container for 4 days. Reheat in microwave. Can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Cool completely and then wrap in a layer of plastic wrap and a layer of aluminum foil. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then heat in a 350 degree oven loosely covered with foil. With a caramelized onion topping and diced onion mixed into the meatloaf, this is definitely a meatloaf for onion lovers. Pin this now to find it laterPin It More Meatloaf Recipes Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf Italian Meatloaf Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Classic Meatloaf Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy Bourbon and Coke Meatloaf Print Caramelized Onion Meatloaf Caramelized Onion Meatloaf has so much more flavor than your typical meatloaf. Topped with tons of sweet and savory caramelized onions and a brown sugar glaze. This meatloaf is anything but boring. Course DinnerCuisine American Prep Time 40 minutes minutesCook Time 1 hour hourTotal Time 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes Servings 6 Calories 425kcal EquipmentLarge Nonstick Skillet9×13-inch Baking Pan Ingredients3 medium to large sweet onions2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs1/4 cup milk2 large eggs lightly beaten1 1/2 pounds ground beef1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dry mustardGlaze1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup BBQ sauce1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley InstructionsFinley dice 1/2 of 1 onion and slice the rest of the onion.Heat oil over medum heat in a large nonstick skillet. Add sliced onion and cook 25 to 30 minutes or until a deep golden color. Stir frequently so they don't burn and turn the heat down if they start to brown too quickly. You want them to brown slowly.Stir in brown sugar and vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper.Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.Place breadcrumbs in a large bowl. Pour milk over breadcrumbs. Add eggs, meatloaf, diced onion, ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, salt, pepper, dry mustard.Gently mix together.Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and shape into a 5×9-inch loaf.Pour half the glaze on top and spread it evenly.Bake for 45 minutes. Top with onions and drizzle remaining glaze on top of onions.Return to oven for 15 minutes.Sprinkle with parsley and let cool 10 minutes before slicing. NotesTo make this meatloaf spicy, add half a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the meatloaf mixture. Don’t overmix the meatloaf mixture or the meatloaf will be tough. NutritionCalories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 656mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 3mg The post Caramelized Onion Meatloaf appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.