Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze
Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze pairs a juicy mix of beef and pork with a sweet, tangy topping that caramelizes in the oven. The bacon adds smoky richness and a crisp finish, while the brown sugar-ketchup glaze balances savory flavors. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting weekend meal.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr 30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic Impact
- 40 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 48 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 11
- Heart Health
- 24
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 39
- Performance
- 26
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) with the rack in the center position. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 2
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels; keep the drippings in the skillet.
- 3
Heat the drippings over medium-high heat. Add the celery; cook, stirring, until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, milk, eggs, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, onion powder, and celery; mix well.
- 5
Crumble the beef and pork into the bread crumb mixture; mix with your hands, taking care not to overmix. Shape into a loaf; place it in the prepared pan. Lay the bacon strips lengthwise over the top of the loaf.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- 7
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; mix well.
- 8
Remove the loaf from the oven; drain any fat bubbling on top and around the edges. Bake for 25 minutes more. Drain the fat again; spoon or brush the brown sugar glaze evenly over the top. Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 9
Continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let rest before cutting and serving, at least 10 minutes.
- Calories 622.59 kcal High 31%
- Protein 37.36 g Good Source 75%
- Carbohydrate 32.74 g 12%
- Total Fat 37.31 g High 48%
- Saturated Fat 13.95 g High 70%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 231.04 mg High 77%
- Sodium 541.18 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 0.64 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 11.94 g --
- Added Sugars 3.56 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 107.57 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.93 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 411.53 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 72.36 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 1.73 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.97 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Celery
About This Recipe
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze is made with 13 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, and Brown Sugar. Each serving provides about 622.59 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Brown Sugar, Celery. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze?
- About 1 hr 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 622.59 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze healthy?
- Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze has an easyChef Pro health score of 30/100. Per serving, it provides 622.59 calories and 37.36 g of protein, or 75% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 541.18 mg (24% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 13.95 g (70% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.56 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Celery, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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