Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is a hearty twist on classic comfort food, bringing all the flavor of a juicy burger to an easy, family dinner.
Classic Beef Meatloaf and Cheeseburgers are classic Dinner staples across America- combining the two of them makes the most delicious recipe your family and friends will be wanting again and again. For another Beef meatloaf, try out my Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf too!
Sabrina’s Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe
Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf combines all the flavors you love about cheeseburger and meatloaf in one delicious dish. It is one of the first recipes I made for my husband. It started with a friend’s recipe. My friend swore her version was better. One day, we had a dinner party and made both versions, her version was better. We combined recipes and this is the best of both that I get to share with you.
Recipe Card
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef , 85/15
- 8 ounces bacon , cooked and crumbled
- 8 ounces medium cheddar , divided
- 3 large eggs , lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup ketchup , divided
- 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a large loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Shred ¾ of the cheddar and cut the remaining cheddar into ¼ inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, add the beef, ¾ of the bacon, ⅓ of the shredded cheddar, eggs, panko, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, Kosher salt, black pepper, 2 tablespoons ketchup and the mustard into a large bowl and mix until just combined (the less mixing the better).
- Put ⅓ of the meatloaf mixture into the bottom of a loaf pan, make a well through the middle with a spoon or your fingers.
- Add the rest of the shredded cheddar (don’t add the cubes), then cover with the remaining meat mixture.
- Spoon on the remaining ketchup and put the loaf pan onto a baking sheet.
- Bake the meatloaf for 60-65 minutes, then let it rest outside the oven for an additional ten minutes.
- Top with the remaining bacon crumbles and the finely diced cheddar cheese and serve.
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Note from Sabrina
For the best Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf, treat the mixture gently—overmixing can make it dense instead of tender. Combine just until everything is incorporated, and use a light hand when shaping the loaf.
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About this Recipe
This Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is pretty much the most indulgent meatloaf you will meet. The little devil meatloaf on your shoulder saying, “Eat me, I’m full of bacon cheesy goodness!” I’m not going to lie the little devil is spot on. This perfect combo of a traditional favorite mixed with a classic will have your family asking for it every night of the week!
Serving Ideas
If you want to lean fully into the cheeseburger theme, serve slices with crispy Steak Fries or Crispy Sweet Potato Fries and a side of pickles. A simple green salad with a tangy vinaigrette also works well to cut through the richness. For a fun twist, you can even serve it on toasted Homemade Brioche Buns as a meatloaf sandwich with lettuce and tomato for a true “burger-style” meal.
How to Store
- Store: Once cooled, wrap slices tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm them in the oven at a low temperature until heated through.
- Freeze: You can store the meatloaf either whole or in slices. Wrap it well in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Variations
- Cheese: Swap the cheddar cheese for pepper jack for a little heat, or use American cheese for that classic, ultra-melty cheeseburger texture.
- BBQ: Use barbecue sauce instead of ketchup for the topping and add a pinch of smoked paprika for a BBQ twist.
- Mushroom Swiss: Make a mushroom Swiss version by folding sautéed mushrooms into the meat and topping with Swiss cheese.
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Amazing made this several times, never gets boring we add a green apple in the mix and put brown sugar on top. Just the right amount of crunch and sweet.
Interesting, I never would of thought of that, but it sounds tasty. Thank you for the 5 stars.
It was great! I added red onion into the mix along with for garnish. Yum! I would just recommend a bit less salt
Thanks for the feedback, Samantha.
Looking Good
BEST MEATLOAF EVER!! I’m 60 years old and have eaten a lot of meatloaf. This is hands down, the best ever. Rich flavor, moist, soft cheesy center, crisp top. I added finely diced onions, and topped with b-b-q sauce vs. ketchup. Served with baked potatoes and broccoli. I received a “This is REALLY good” compliment ?! And “Is this the first time you’ve made this?”
Aw! I’m so glad it turned out so well! I love hearing it is the best 🙂 Thank you for the review!
Thanks for this recipe! Another great one from your website. Haven’t had a bad one yet, even though I forgot to mix the bacon in until everything was in the loaf pan (I ended up mixing it into the top part) it all came out great. I also used a lower fat percentage and just added a little more mayonnaise and it came out fantastic.
Hey as long as there’s bacon, you know it’s gonna be good, even if it wasn’t mixed in 🙂
This was amazing! My 15 year old son said it’s the best meatloaf ever! Thank you for such a family friendly recipe. Love you blog!
I’m so glad everyone loved it! Thanks for the 5 star rating, Jessica!
I noticed a green garnish, is that parsley or cilantro?
Sorry, always pretty much parsley, I have a terrible habit of garnishing! Haha.
I am having trouble printing your recipe? Can you help me? Thanks
Hi Gayle, I’m so sorry to hear that, not sure where it is failing, it seems to work on my end. I’ll email you the recipe.
Your recipe mentions 1/2 Kosher salt. 1/2 what? Teaspoon, tablespoon?
So sorry about that. Looks like a glitch in the recipe card. It’s supposed to read 1/2 teaspoon of Kosher Salt. I edited it to show correctly so hopefully it sticks. Thank for letting me know.
Am I missing something? Step 5 says not to add the cheese cubes, but I don’t see where they are added. Also, what is “panko”? I definitely want to try this.
I’m so glad you decided to give this a try! Let me help clear up any confusion before you start. For the cheese cubes, you’ll want to add those in step 8 (top the meatloaf with it)….and Panko are store bought light flakey bread crumbs. Hope this helps, enjoy!!
Such a beautiful meatloaf!! Saving this for our next meatloaf night for sure 😀
Thanks Amanda!
OMG that gooey melty cheese in the middle…..
I know, right?!?
I love meatloaf! But your recipe sounds so yummy! Nedd to try it!
Thanks Catalina!
I think that is about the most drool-worthy looking meatloaf I’ve ever seen, YUM!
Thank you!! Wait until you taste it!!
Talk. About. Delicious. I mean seriously, my mouth is watering just from the photos. NEED this in my life!
This is my kind of meatloaf! I have to try this!
Oh man! That is a gorgeous meatloaf!
Thanks Des!
My brother would go nuts for this and I’m passing it on!