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Savory BBQ Glazed Meatloaf Recipe Easy Sticky Sweet Finish

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A quick and easy meatloaf recipe with a sticky, sweet BBQ glaze that delivers a smoky, tangy finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds (680 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • ½ pound (225 g) ground pork
  • 1 cup (90 g) breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and brown sugar. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press down evenly. Alternatively, shape free-form on a rimmed baking sheet about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper if using.
  5. Brush about half of the BBQ glaze over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes. Around 25 minutes in, brush on the remaining glaze.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C). If no thermometer, ensure juices run clear with no pink.
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain moisture.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid toughness. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for juiciness. Apply BBQ glaze twice for a sticky finish. Let meatloaf rest before slicing. Tent with foil if glaze browns too fast. Optional broil for 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization.

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Keywords: meatloaf, BBQ glaze, easy dinner, comfort food, sticky sweet, weeknight meal, family recipe

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