Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe
This comforting meatloaf combines lean ground beef with crushed Ritz crackers, cheese, and a flavorful topping of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. It’s a hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 48 Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar or Colby cheese
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small finely diced onion
- ½ cup finely diced bell pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½–¾ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Set aside for later.
- Mix Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine the eggs, crushed Ritz crackers, shredded cheese, milk, onion, bell pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Add Beef: Gently fold in the ground beef until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Shape and Bake: Transfer the mixture into a greased and lined loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Add Topping: Spread the ketchup mixture evenly over the meatloaf. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C).
- Cool and Serve: Let the meatloaf cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg