Maple Glazed Meatloaf
A delightful twist on the classic meatloaf, featuring a sweet maple glaze that enhances the savory flavors for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 Eggs
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, ketchup, and half of the maple syrup together in a large bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan.
- Create the maple glaze by mixing the remaining maple syrup and 2 tablespoons of ketchup in a small bowl, then brush it over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with sides like mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a leaner version. This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator prior to baking. Perfect for leftovers—just freeze individual slices and reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: meatloaf, comfort food, maple glazed, family meal, savory