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    Last Updated: May 25, 2021 by Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · 49 Comments

    Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

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    A delicious, traditional, home-style Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf is topped with tangy ketchup sauce, a family favorite! This stand-by family dinner is always a quick and easy hit and is made even better with a bacon wrapping! Serve your tasty meatloaf with my creamy red skin mashed potatoes, garlic Parmesan roasted broccoli, bacon beef barbecue baked beans, garlic green beans, or Parmesan roasted yellow squash for a great meal!!

    Delicious bacon wrapped meatloaf with a tangy ketchup sauce coating that is cooked to perfection! @ bakeitwithlove.com
    Delicious bacon-wrapped meatloaf with a tangy ketchup sauce coating that is cooked to perfection!

    Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe

    This delicious meatloaf is a great treat for everyone in the family and a fun way to dish up what can be an otherwise ordinary ground beef meatloaf. The slightly sweet, slightly tangy ketchup glaze adds just that extra special bit of yummy deliciousness to make this meatloaf anything but ordinary!

    I have included my favorite method for cooking my meatloaf below, where the meat is placed on a rack to allow all of the grease to drain away from the meat while cooking. It saves the extra step of having to drain off the fat while cooking, especially when you use a fattier hamburger.

    I like to use ground chuck for most of my ground beef recipes, which is an 85/15 ratio of meat to fat. Meaning I would end up with a lot of grease if I made this in a loaf pan!!

    To Make Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

    Preheat your oven to 375 ºF ( 190 ºC ) and line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with slices of bacon.

    bacon ready in the loaf pan before adding the meatloaf

    In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef with breadcrumbs, finely minced yellow onion, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Combine just enough to incorporate all of the ingredients.

    bacon wrapped meatloaf ingredients in a medium bowl before being combined

    In a small bowl, combine ketchup, light brown sugar and smoked paprika. Use ⅓ of the ketchup glaze in the bottom of the bacon lined loaf pan.

    ketchup glaze being mixed in a small bowl and coating the inside of the bacon layer

    Transfer the ground beef mixture into the bacon lined loaf pan on top of the ketchup glaze. Fill the loaf pan, then wrap remaining edges of the bacon in over the bottom of the formed loaf.

    bacon wrapped meatloaf being formed in the loaf pan with the edges of bacon being tucked back under

    Using a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil, cover the top of the loaf pan and flip to a smooth working surface. Gently lift the loaf pan away from the formed meatloaf.

    bacon wrapped meatloaf formed and released from the loaf pan

    Transfer the meatloaf ( on the parchment paper or aluminum foil ) onto a wire rack in a baking dish.

    bacon wrapped meatloaf transferred on parchment paper to a rack in a baking dish

    Top the meatloaf with the remaining ketchup glaze.

    bacon wrapped meatloaf formed and topped with ketchup glaze and ready to be oven baked

    Bake at 375 ºF ( 190 ºC ) for 45 - 55 minutes. Your meatloaf should have an internal temperature ( taken at the center of the meatloaf ) that is a minimum of 160 ºF ( 71 ºC ) as read by a digital meat thermometer. See USDA food safety guidelines for recommended safe internal food temperatures.

    Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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    Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

    A delicious, traditional, home-style Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf is topped with tangy ketchup sauce, a family favorite! This stand-by family dinner is always a quick and easy hit and is made even better with a bacon wrapping!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 521kcal
    Prep 5 minutes minutes
    Cooking 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 lbs ground beef
    • ½ cup breadcrumbs
    • ½ cup yellow onion (finely minced)
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 12 strips bacon

    Ketchup Glaze

    • ¾ cups ketchup
    • 3 tablespoon light brown sugar
    • ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
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    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees (190 degrees C) and line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with slices of bacon.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef with breadcrumbs, finely minced yellow onion, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Combine just enough to incorporate all of the ingredients.
    • In a small bowl, combine ketchup, light brown sugar and smoked paprika. Use ⅓ of the ketchup glaze in the bottom of the bacon lined loaf pan.
    • Transfer the ground beef mixture into the bacon lined loaf pan on top of the ketchup glaze. Fill the loaf pan, then wrap remaining edges of the bacon in over the bottom of the formed loaf.
    • Using a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil, cover the top of the loaf pan and flip to a smooth working surface. Gently lift the loaf pan away from the formed meatloaf.
    • Transfer the meatloaf ( on the parchment paper or aluminum foil ) onto a wire rack in a baking dish.
    • Top the meatloaf with the remaining ketchup glaze.
    • Bake at 375 degrees F ( 190 degrees C ) for 45 – 55 minutes. Your meatloaf should have an internal temperature ( taken at the center of the meatloaf ) that is a minimum of 160 degrees F ( 71 degrees C ) as read by a digital meat thermometer.

    Equipment You May Need

    Meatloaf Pan
    Instant Read Temperature Probe
    Mixing Bowl

    Notes

    • Take the chill off your ground beef (or preferred ground meat) before assembling the meatloaf. Setting your ground beef out for 30 minutes to an hour prior to starting will cut down on the cooking time and ensure that your meatloaf will cook evenly throughout.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 521kcal (26%) | Carbohydrates: 17g (6%) | Protein: 27g (54%) | Fat: 38g (58%) | Saturated Fat: 14g (88%) | Cholesterol: 155mg (52%) | Sodium: 664mg (29%) | Potassium: 520mg (15%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 10g (11%) | Vitamin A: 420IU (8%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 54mg (5%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
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    bacon wrapped meatloaf, meatloaf
    Course Dinner Recipes, Entrees, Main Dish
    Cuisine American

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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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    1. Carl says

      December 04, 2023 at 8:23 am

      5 stars
      I added a bit of extra oregano and Parmesan cheese to the meatloaf mix, just amazing!

      Reply
    2. Helen Lynch says

      October 22, 2023 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe because I wanted to step up meatloaf for guests. Everyone raved over it. I used bison meat. I did not use Worcestershire Sauce. I followed the recipe for all other ingredients. However, as I looked for meatloaf recipes, I saw Bake it With Love, had a meatloaf seasoning recipe. I adjusted this to the bacon meatloaf recipe as follows: I added 1/4 tsp of the following dried herbs: oregano, thyme, paprika, and basil. Preparation time to longer than stated. Try this recipe, you will not be disappointed.

      Reply
      • Ruby says

        October 29, 2023 at 3:00 pm

        To speed it up use a grater to shred the onions.

        Reply
    3. Steve says

      September 05, 2023 at 4:28 pm

      Excellent recipe. I tweaked it by using one pound of grass fed ground beef 85/15 and one pound of ground pork. I also use fresh minced garlic and double the amount of Worcestershire sauce . Soooo good. Thanks for the well thought out construction ...work great and looks great.

      Reply
    4. Anonymous says

      August 22, 2023 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      Served with mashed potatoes and corn on the cob, fantastic dinner recipe.

      Reply
    5. Isabella Twilight says

      June 17, 2023 at 8:48 pm

      I LOVE bacon! I have not tried this yet, but I am sure glad you included photos in order to understand better, especially the bacon wrapping & flipping. 👩🏻‍🍳👀

      Reply
    6. Lindie says

      May 23, 2023 at 7:39 pm

      I have been making bacon wrapped 2 pound cheesy meatloafs for a few years now and it seems it always takes longer to bake. I’ve followed my grandmas recipe for years but decided tonight just to Google one and opened the first one that came up and it’s yours. So, I did know going in to the oven I’d likely need to bake longer than 55 minutes and that’s ok. Thought I’d just add my experience so people know it can and probably will take longer than 55 minutes. I put cubed velveeta in the middle or babybel’s if I have them. Just gotta be careful when putting cheese inside cause too much can be a thing. LOL! About a decade ago, An old coworker gave me that ingredient to try cause that’s how his wife makes hers and I’ve done it ever since if I have it on hand. But the first time I used way too much.

      Reply
    7. Mark M. says

      May 10, 2023 at 9:28 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is so easy and so good! It was an instant family favorite. I put the meat loaf in my wood pellet grill/smoker for a little extra flavor. Thanks, Angela!

      Reply
    8. JG says

      May 02, 2023 at 5:29 pm

      4 stars
      Great tasting recipe, once it finally cooked. I followed the recipe exactly but it was at 140 degrees after an hour and a half.

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        May 02, 2023 at 5:43 pm

        Make sure not to pack the ground beef/meatloaf mixture too firmly. You need to just shape the meatloaf so it bakes correctly. Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    9. Michelle says

      April 28, 2023 at 4:10 am

      5 stars
      Beautiful flavours. I cooked for 20mins and then basted again with sauce. I made a larger loaf so put foil over after awhile to prevent the glaze burning. Feed it to 10 men and they loved it.

      Reply
    10. Suzanne says

      February 24, 2023 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      i HAVE MADE THE BACON WRAPPED MEATLOAF SEVERAL TIMES AND IT WAS GREAT! i ADDED SOME HOMEMADE PLUM SAUCE TO IT!!

      Reply
    11. Disappointed says

      January 11, 2023 at 10:55 pm

      Meatloaf was at 135 after an hour and a half of cooking. Beware! Not as advertised! Even let the meat sit for over an hour before putting it in the recipe.

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        January 12, 2023 at 9:50 am

        Sorry that it took longer than expected. There are so many variables that can affect your cooking time, everything from your oven temperatures (each oven cooks differently) to how well thawed the meat was before starting. The cooking time listed is the average of all the times I've made this tried and true recipe. Hope you enjoyed the flavor!

        Reply
    12. April Sokolovich says

      January 09, 2023 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      I am absolutely going to make this meatloaf every time from here on out! This is so delicious! My family loves it. Thank you

      Reply
    13. Stephanie says

      December 29, 2022 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      AMAZING!!!!! Seriously THE best meatloaf. I thought I made a good meatloaf. This is incredible as written. Thank you for a new favorite!

      Reply
      • bill s. says

        January 06, 2023 at 12:21 pm

        made this many times now play with it , using 1 pound of ground beef with any other spiced ground meat i find at store . Italian Sausage ! my favorite .

        Reply
    14. meg says

      December 05, 2022 at 5:35 pm

      3 stars
      Be prepared that this recipe takes MUCH longer than 45-55 minutes. I lost track of time, but it's still going. At an hour, meat temp wasn't even at 100 degrees. At like 1:15, I bumped the temp up to 400 degrees. I fed the vultures the mashed potatoes, broccoli and rolls to tide them over, the husband is getting ready to order pizza, I've cut a piece off and am trying it in the air fryer to see if we can get it done quicker. It smells amazing, but is not a quick cook!

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        December 05, 2022 at 8:36 pm

        Hiya Meg! I was just getting ready to add notes to this recipe to make sure that everyone is letting their ground beef set at room temp for a while (30 minutes to an hour) to help take the chill off. It cuts down on the overall cooking time and helps your meatloaf to cook evenly too.
        *Any meatloaf should be cooked for 15-20 per pound at 375 but my 2 lb meatloaf usually takes 45-55 minutes. As always, use a digital meat thermometer to know when your protein is fully cooked.

        Reply
        • Tross says

          April 17, 2023 at 8:30 pm

          5 stars
          I wonder if thicker bacon makes it take a little longer too..

          Reply
          • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

            April 18, 2023 at 12:10 pm

            It's possible!

            Reply
    15. Crystal says

      September 19, 2022 at 3:33 pm

      4 stars
      made this meatloaf years ago....exact same recipe. However, the recipe didn't have you remove the meatloaf from the pan. It was a very tasty recipe. More fat to it, but still good.

      Reply
    16. Arnold says

      September 02, 2022 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      So juicy, possibly the best meatloaf I have ever had in 53 years!

      Reply
    17. Beth Wilson says

      August 18, 2022 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      Love this meatloaf, I have made your recipe as is 4 times now!!! This is always a hit with the fam, thanks!

      Reply
    18. Kim Kelly says

      August 18, 2022 at 12:03 pm

      5 stars
      Honestly the most amazing meatloaf EVER!!!

      Reply
    19. Josh says

      May 26, 2022 at 2:26 pm

      4 stars
      Also having trouble with cook time (elevated on wire rack) the allotted time on the recipe got us to 138F but still looks and smells delicious. Wonderful idea on the bacon wrapping method, so much easier than trying to roll it like a pumpkin roll.

      Reply
    20. Tricia Wasney says

      April 02, 2022 at 3:36 pm

      5 stars
      This was the best meatloaf ever! I left out the sugar as I find ketchup sweet enough but did add a bit of BBQ sauce I had. Thank you! My bacon got nice and crispy in places, it was perfect hot and delicious cold in a sandwich today!

      Reply
    21. Teresa Dalton says

      March 23, 2022 at 10:18 am

      I have used a similar recipe. Love the way you wrap yours. But I use apple cider viniagar , ketchup and brown sugar for my sauce. It’s delicious. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    22. Anonymous says

      February 25, 2022 at 6:41 pm

      The best meatloaf I have ever

      had

      Reply
    23. Anonymous says

      January 25, 2022 at 8:02 pm

      Do you cover the top of the meatloaf

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        January 25, 2022 at 8:53 pm

        No covering is needed!

        Reply
    24. Giovanna says

      January 20, 2022 at 9:47 am

      4 stars
      Great recipe. I would definitely broil the bacon for a few minutes before cooking to crisp it.

      Reply
      • Bethany Ann Quinn says

        September 18, 2022 at 9:03 am

        Before wrapping or before removing from oven? I'm worried the bacon will be a little too underdone.

        Reply
        • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

          September 18, 2022 at 10:21 am

          I broil for a few minutes before removing it from the oven if I feel the bacon looks soft rather than crisped.

          Reply
    25. Denise says

      December 22, 2021 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      First time making a bacon wrapped meatloaf and it was absolutely delicious! Lip smacking good! Definitely my new meatloaf recipe. I just have one question….my bacon didn’t crisp up. Was it because I used thick cut? Or maybe when wrapping it, it doubled up from the sides being folded in? Both? Would love the help. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        December 22, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        I use thick-cut bacon too, so that shouldn't be an issue 🙂 And I layer the bacon on top of each other, so sometimes it is doubled up in places. If your top isn't crisping try a few minutes of broiling (but watch it closely so it doesn't burn). Hope that helps and thanks for asking!

        Reply
      • Lori says

        May 14, 2022 at 11:51 am

        4 stars
        I really liked the flavor of the meatloaf and will do it again. I like others like my bacon crispier. I saw Bobby Flay brown his bacon after wrapping the meatloaf in a skillet and the bake it. I will do that next time and add mustard to my sauce

        Reply
    26. Marianne Sellers says

      September 23, 2021 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      Love the bacon with the meatloaf yummy!

      Reply
      • Jackie says

        November 20, 2022 at 9:21 am

        5 stars
        Sounds very similar to my recipe for heart stopping meatloaf. I lattice mine and use maple syrup instead of brown sugar. I also cut up red skin potatoes and surround the meatloaf put a drizzle a little syrup, garlic powder and onion powder on the taters and bake. Soaks up all the flavors from the meatloaf and bacon. Bad for yes, but oh soooo good.

        Reply
    27. Rhonda Engle says

      August 25, 2021 at 5:05 pm

      5 stars
      My family loved it.its my new meatloaf recipe.

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        September 07, 2021 at 6:44 pm

        That's wonderful! Thank you so much for stopping in to let us know your family enjoyed it!

        Reply
    28. Patricia says

      March 18, 2021 at 6:05 pm

      4 stars
      I tried this recipe tonight and 2 hours and 10 minutes after putting it in the oven, it still isn't cooked all the way! Im not sure how mine isn't cooking right. I hope it'll still taste good after so long in the oven!

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        March 18, 2021 at 6:52 pm

        Oh no! Is it on a rack? That helps circulation but shouldn't add to the cooking time THAT much. Let me know how it turns out! Thanks!!

        Reply
        • Suzette says

          September 21, 2022 at 9:13 am

          When I made meatloaf the first time, I mistakenly pressed meat meat too tightly when I formed the loaf. Took FOREVER to cook.

          Reply
    29. Joanna says

      February 07, 2021 at 6:14 pm

      5 stars
      This is our new family favorite after years of our Grandma's famous recipe! It came out so delicious and moist! Just amazing!

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        February 10, 2021 at 8:27 am

        Thank you! It's a fantastic feeling when you know your meatloaf is a new family favorite 🙂

        Reply
    30. John says

      January 18, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out awesome only problem wife has made meat loaf for years. I made it the 1st time now it's my job with your recipe.

      Reply
    31. Brianna says

      November 28, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! My only question is when you cook the meatloaf in the oven on the foil and on the flat wire rack, doesn't the grease from everything leak from it into the bottom of the oven?

      Reply
      • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

        November 28, 2020 at 5:40 pm

        The meatloaf is placed onto a parchment paper or aluminum foil sheet that is on the wire rack. The wire rack is set inside a baking dish for cooking the bacon wrapped meatloaf loaf. Hope that clears up any confusion! Enjoy!

        Reply

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