This cheeseburger meatloaf adds a great twist by combining two great classic meals into one. It is moist, delicious, easy to whip up and budget friendly.
Meatloaf. You either hate it or love it. I personally love it. It is ridiculously easy to make, feeds a small family or a large crowd and the leftovers reheat beautifully. Plus, think of all the flavor options you can add to your meatloaf!
This cheeseburger meatloaf combines everything you love about both comfort foods. I created it for my eldest boy, who is both a lover of meatloaf and cheeseburgers. And now he can cook it himself, in his very own apartment!
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Recipe highlights
- Budget Friendly: If you are looking for a delicious dinner for you family that won’t break the bank, meatloaf to the rescue!
- Simple: This is a quick and easy meal to whip up and you can cook it on a baking sheet so you make a big meatloaf to feed your crew and it cooks faster!
- Versatile: You can serve it up as a meatloaf, like I did, with some roasted potatoes and veggies. Or you can serve it up between two pieces of bread like a cheeseburger with all the fixings and french fries.
- Flavor: As the name implies, this meatloaf is like a giant cheeseburger, except the meat is not dense but light and juicy. It’s definitely a family friendly meal even picky eaters will love!
Ingredients you need
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- Ground beef: I used the inexpensive 80/20 ground beef. You can definitely snaz it up with ground sirloin or leaner 90/10 ground beef.
- Onion: Whether I am making meatloaf or a burger, I love adding chopped or grated onions for moisture and flavor. I used regular brown onions.
- Worcestershire sauce: This gives a little zing in flavor without overwhelming you.
- Tomato paste: Mixed into your meat mixture, this also gives you moisture and flavor.
- Bread crumbs: I used seasoned bread crumbs, but you can use plain, too.
- Eggs: This provides moisture to the dish.
- Cheese: For my family, cheeseburger means cheddar cheese, but you can also use Monterey Jack, Cheddar Jack, Pepper Jack, Gouda, or even slices of American cheese.
- Ketchup: Whether it’s a burger or a meatloaf, I love it with good old fashioned ketchup. You can also add your favorite mustard, if you want.
- Seasonings: Garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Step-by-step directions
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- Mix the meat. Combine ground beef, chopped onions, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, bread crumbs, eggs, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Assemble. Form meat mixture into a loaf on a large baking sheet. Spread ketchup over the top and sides. If using mustard, too, drizzle it on as well.
- Bake. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF.
- Add cheese. Top with cheese and place under the broiler until cheese melts.
Recipe tips and FAQs
You can serve this dish any number of ways. I like to serve it as meatloaf with roasted or mashed potatoes. Add some broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts or green beans and you have one delicious meal.
If you prefer, you can also serve it like a cheeseburger in a nice brioche bun and your favorite burger fixings, like pickles, lettuce, tomatoes and onions.
Need more easy, no stress dinner recipes? You should try this bolognese pasta bake, my healthy fried chicken or this fabulous Salisbury steak recipe! All of these recipes are so easy that even my teenagers can make it!
And if you are looking for another twist on the classic meatloaf, you should definitely try my Mexican meatloaf made with chorizo!
Storing/Freezing Instructions
TO STORE: Store any leftover meatloaf in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
TO FREEZE: You can also freeze leftovers. Transfer to a resealable bag or freezer safe container and freeze for up to 4 months.
Too lean of a meat and you will have a dry meatloaf. I personally prefer using 80/20 or 85/15 ground beef. Adding eggs and liquids like Worcestershire sauce and tomato past gives your meatloaf flavor as well as moisture. Lastly, don’t over cook your meatloaf. A meat thermometer inserted into the center should read 160F when done.
Heck yeah! Some people like to add shredded cheese inside of the meatloaf, too. Top your meatloaf with cheddar, monterey jack, gouda or even feta… try any of your favorite cheeses and you will have one delicious cheeseburger meatloaf.
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Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 lbs ground beef
- ⅓ cup bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onions, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, bread crumbs, eggs, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Place the meat mixture on a large baking sheet and form into a rectangle.
- Spread ketchup over the top and sides of your meatloaf. If using mustard, too, drizzle it on as well.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF.
- Top the meatloaf with cheese and place under the broiler for 5 minutes or until cheese is melty and bubbly. Add as little or as much cheese as you like.
Notes
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Written by Laura Bashar
Hi, I’m Laura, a certified professional cook and cookbook author living in San Diego. I have been sharing my family’s favorite recipes inspired from all over the world since 2008. Let’s cook up something fun!
