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Savory Brown Sugar Glazed BBQ Meatloaf

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A sticky sweet and smoky glazed meatloaf that balances savory ground beef with a caramelized brown sugar BBQ glaze, perfect for a hearty and fuss-free family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds (680 g) ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
  • ½ cup (60 g) breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 g) BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan lightly or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a tight loaf about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide. Place in the loaf pan or on the baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  5. Brush the glaze generously over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes. About 10 minutes before done, brush on another layer of glaze.
  7. Check for doneness; internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Slice thickly and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid a tough texture. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. If glaze darkens too much, tent with foil to prevent burning. Let meatloaf rest before slicing to keep it moist.

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Keywords: meatloaf, BBQ meatloaf, brown sugar glaze, sticky glaze, easy meatloaf, family dinner, comfort food

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