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cheesy bbq meatloaf slices with melted cheddar cheese on a white platter
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5 from 9 votes

Cheesy BBQ Meatloaf Recipe

Cheesy BBQ Meatloaf Recipe has barbecue sauce, Parmesan cheese and cheddar cheese for a flavorful meatloaf the whole family loves. This easy recipe is a family favorite that is perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Resting time5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Author: Dee
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 works best
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onions
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
  • ½ cup dried breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated

Topping

  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and spray baking dish with non stick cooking spray or line with foil for easier clean up
  • Add the eggs to a large mixing bowl, and beat slightly
  • In a small bowl, mix the dried onions, garlic powder, salt and pepper together, and sprinkle over beef
  • Add the ground beef, dried onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper BBQ sauce, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, and mix gently with hands until combined
  • Place in prepared casserole or baking dish, and form into loaf shape
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees, according to meat thermometer. Add BBQ sauce to the top about halfway through cook time
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese and allow to melt, then remover from oven, and serve

Notes

Use your favorite BBQ sauce here. 
You can use Colby or American cheese in place of cheddar.
Bake meatloaf uncovered, but you can cover with foil if it starts to get too brown.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 565mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 2mg