Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Meatloaf is made with ground beef, crispy bacon, Cheddar cheese, and a savory ketchup-mustard sauce. This easy cheeseburger meatloaf recipe creates a delicious dinner that takes about 1 hour 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Ingredients Needed:

• Nonstick cooking spray: for the pan
• 6 slices Texas toast: cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 pounds of ground beef
• 6 strips crisp cooked bacon: chopped
• 2 large eggs
• 2 red onions: 1 finely chopped, 1 thinly sliced
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces Cheddar cheese: cubed
• 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated yellow onion (from about 1/2 onion)
• Dill pickle chips: for serving

How To Make Cheeseburger Meatloaf:

1. Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a broiler pan with nonstick spray.
2. Soak the bread: Mix the cubed Texas toast with milk in a bowl and set aside.
3. Mix the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped bacon, eggs, finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the soaked bread and mix lightly with your hands. Gently fold in the cubed Cheddar.
4. Shape the meatloaf: Form the mixture into a loaf about 6 to 8 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches thick on the prepared pan.
5. Make the sauce: In another bowl, mix the grated yellow onion with the remaining 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
6. Bake the meatloaf: Spread half of the sauce on top of the meatloaf. Tent the pan with foil and bake for 1 hour.
7. Finish baking: Remove the foil, spread the remaining sauce, and bake for another 35 to 40 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Sprinkle the grated Cheddar on top and return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt.
8. Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with sliced red onions and dill pickle chips.

Recipe Tips

• Use fresh Texas toast: Freshly cubed Texas toast will absorb the milk better, making the meatloaf tender and moist.
• Don’t overmix the meat: Gently mix the meatloaf ingredients to avoid a tough texture. Overmixing can lead to a dense meatloaf.
• Add cheese cubes carefully: Distribute the cubed Cheddar evenly throughout the meatloaf so every slice has cheesy goodness.
• Tent with foil: Covering the meatloaf with foil while baking helps it cook evenly and prevents it from drying out.
• Check internal temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf reaches 160°F for safe consumption and optimal texture.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

Storing in the Fridge: Let the meatloaf cool completely, then store it in an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezing: Wrap individual slices or the whole meatloaf in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container. You can freeze the meatloaf for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating: To reheat, place slices of meatloaf in the oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 888
• Total Fat: 63 g
• Saturated Fat: 24 g
• Carbohydrates: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Protein: 46 g
• Cholesterol: 229 mg
• Sodium: 1362 mg

Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:

• Cheeseburger Soup
• Cheeseburger Macaroni
• Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
• Cheeseburger Casserole