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BBQ Cheddar Meatloaf Recipe: Juicy, Cheesy, and Smoky Perfection

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This BBQ Cheddar Meatloaf is tender, cheesy, and coated in a sweet, smoky glaze. It’s an easy, flavorful twist on the traditional meatloaf.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 eggs

  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1/4 cup milk

  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (for meat)

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Glaze:

  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or grease a loaf pan.

  • Sauté onion and garlic until soft; let cool.

  • In a bowl, combine ground beef, cheddar, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.

  • Shape into a loaf and place in pan or on baking sheet.

  • Mix glaze ingredients and brush half over the loaf.

  • Bake for 40 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze and bake 10–15 more minutes, until internal temp reaches 160°F.

  • Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for caramelized top.

  • Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or pepper jack.

  • Add veggies for texture and nutrition.

  • Use turkey or chicken for a leaner option.

  • Wrap and freeze leftovers up to 3 months.

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