BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
A juicy, smoky meatloaf wrapped in crispy bacon and glazed with tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for a comforting and easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 10–12 thick-cut bacon slices
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (75 g), plain or seasoned
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup BBQ sauce (180 ml)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly by hand.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf roughly 9×5 inches to fit your pan or desired shape. If using a loaf pan, press the mixture in firmly but evenly.
- Lay the bacon strips over the loaf, overlapping slightly to cover the entire surface. Tuck the ends under the meatloaf or pan edges to secure.
- Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce over the bacon.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). About halfway through baking, brush another layer of BBQ sauce.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
If bacon browns too quickly, tent with foil to prevent burning. Use thick-cut bacon for best results. Rest meatloaf before slicing to keep it juicy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of meat
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
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