Maple-Glazed Meatloaf
A moist meatloaf with a sweet maple finish, made with ground beef and pork, perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs Ground beef, Ground pork, Onion, yellow, finely diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1/2 lb Ground pork
- 1/2 cup Onion, yellow, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup finely diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup milk, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Step 2: Transfer mixture to a loaf pan and shape into a loaf. Whisk 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp salt in a small bowl. Brush half the glaze over the meatloaf.
- Step 3: Bake for 50-60 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Brush with remaining glaze during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Meatloaf take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Meatloaf?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Meatloaf?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Glazed Meatloaf for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Glazed Meatloaf?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe saved my weeknight dinner. The meatloaf was moist and the maple glaze added the perfect touch.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The maple glaze was perfect and my kids devoured it.
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great, but the maple glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste. Otherwise, it was a hit.
