Description
This Gooey Cheddar Bacon Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf is a delicious twist on a classic dish, featuring a creamy ranch swirl that adds a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
2 jalapeños, diced
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup additional cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, bacon, jalapeños, ranch dressing, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix until well combined and shape into a loaf.
4. Place the meatloaf in a baking dish and top with additional cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra spice, leave some seeds in the jalapeños.
Serve with extra ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg