Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Air Fryer (Print Format)
Ground beef, cheddar and bacon, air fried or oven-baked, topped with a tangy sweet glaze for comfort food bliss.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef (90/10 or similar)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
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½ tsp paprika
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1 Tbsp dried minced onion (or about ¼ cup finely diced fresh)
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1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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2 large eggs (beaten)
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¼ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
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2 Tbsp ketchup
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
→ For the Topping
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8-10 slices bacon (depending on size of loaf and strips)
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2 Tbsp ketchup
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2 Tbsp steak sauce (like A1)
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1 Tbsp brown sugar
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, minced onion, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, breadcrumbs, and ketchup. Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
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Add shredded cheddar cheese to the center of the mixture as you form it into a loaf approximately 3 inches thick, or mix the cheese directly into the meat mixture if preferred.
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Lay 2-3 strips of bacon lengthwise over the loaf and 6-8 strips crosswise, overlapping edges slightly and tucking ends under the loaf to secure.
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Place the bacon-wrapped meatloaf onto nonstick foil or perforated parchment inside the air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F on the air fry setting for 40 minutes.
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While the meatloaf cooks, combine ketchup, steak sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
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After 40 minutes, brush the glaze over the top of the bacon and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (or 165°F for poultry).
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Let the meatloaf rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving with your favorite sides.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the meatloaf in a loaf pan or on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour. Apply glaze and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. If needed, broil for a few minutes to crisp the bacon.