Description
This Easy Meatloaf Recipe with the BEST Glaze is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. A classic comfort food dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinners. The tangy glaze caramelizes beautifully over the meat, delivering the ultimate savory-sweet finish. Simple ingredients, foolproof steps, and guaranteed smiles at the dinner table.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20), 1 large egg, 1 cup milk (or substitute), 1 cup breadcrumbs, 1 small onion finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper.
For the glaze: ½ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar.
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it into a loaf pan or on a foil-lined baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and vinegar to create the glaze. Spread half of the glaze over the meatloaf. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes. Remove from oven, brush the remaining glaze on top, and bake for another 5–10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
To boost flavor, consider sautéing the onion and garlic before mixing. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a GF version. For variety, try adding shredded cheese or swapping in BBQ sauce for the glaze. Leftovers store beautifully and are even better the next day. Freeze cooked slices individually for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Easy Meatloaf Recipe, Best Meatloaf Glaze, Classic Meatloaf, Weeknight Dinner