Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Meatloaf
Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf is a flavorful baked meatloaf made with seasoned ground beef, a creamy jalapeño and cream cheese filling, and a bacon-topped ketchup glaze for a bold twist on a classic comfort dish.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 2 lb lean ground beef
- 2/3 cup diced onion
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
Filling & Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese cut into long thin strips
- 2 –3 jalapeños seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 5 slices bacon cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, seasoned salt, black pepper, and dried basil. Mix gently until evenly combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Transfer half of the meat mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a 9×5-inch rectangle.
- Arrange the cream cheese strips lengthwise down the center of the meat mixture. Evenly distribute the diced jalapeños over the cream cheese.
- Cover the filling with the remaining meat mixture, pressing along the edges to fully seal the cream cheese and jalapeños inside.
- Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf evenly with ketchup.
- Lay the bacon pieces side by side across the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the meatloaf is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the breadcrumbs with certified gluten-free breadcrumbs. Verify that the ketchup and seasoned salt are labeled gluten-free, as ingredients may vary by brand.