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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Comforting Meatloaf Recipes That Everyone Will Love

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 27, 2025, updated March 6, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that brings back memories of home-cooked meals and family gatherings. With so many variations, there's a meatloaf recipe for everyone, whether you prefer traditional flavors or something a bit different. Here are 18 comforting meatloaf recipes that are sure to please everyone at the table.

    Muffin Tin Meatloaf

    Muffin Tin Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: This Farm Girl Cooks.

    Muffin Tin Meatloaf is a tasty and comforting dish that everyone will enjoy. These meatloaf muffins are simple to make and perfect for a family dinner.

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    Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf

    Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Sweet & Savory Meals.

    Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf is juicy and packed with flavor, featuring a gooey cheese center and a topping of crispy bacon and cheddar. This dish gives a fun twist to the classic cheeseburger, making it a great choice for a quick homemade dinner.

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    BBQ Meatloaf

    BBQ Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Happy Foods Tube.

    This BBQ meatloaf is simple to make and topped with a tasty barbecue glaze. It's a flavorful dish that's moist and can be on your table in under an hour!

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    Meatloaf Casserole

    Meatloaf Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dinner in 3 2 1.

    This Meatloaf Casserole is a hit with families any time of the year. With only 15 minutes of prep, you can serve a hearty meal for everyone in about an hour, making it great for gatherings or busy weeknights.

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    Low Carb Meatloaf

    Low Carb Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Art from My Table.

    This Low Carb Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that's tender and juicy, easy to slice with a fork, and holds together well. It's packed with flavor and offers a healthier twist on the traditional recipe.

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    Italian Chicken Meatloaf

    Italian Chicken Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

    Italian Chicken Meatloaf is a cozy dish that everyone loves. With ingredients like tomato sauce, onion, garlic, and parmesan cheese, it’s a simple meal that can be on the table in just an hour, perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf puts a fun spin on the classic dish. With the addition of cooked bacon and barbecue sauce, it offers a delicious flavor that you'll love.

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    Venison Meatloaf

    Venison Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Cagle Diaries.

    This venison meatloaf is both juicy and packed with flavor. It's seasoned just right with southern spices.

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    Old Fashioned Meatloaf

    Old Fashioned Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Fresh Cooky.

    This classic meatloaf is soft, juicy, and packed with flavor, just like Grandma used to make. It's the perfect comfort food, made with ground beef, a mix of tasty seasonings, and a delicious sweet and tangy glaze.

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    Crispy & Juicy Air Fryer Meatloaf

    Crispy & Juicy Air Fryer Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: This Farm Girl Cooks.

    Air Fryer Meatloaf is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic meal with a deliciously crispy outside. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Crockpot Meatloaf

    Crockpot Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Crockpot Meatloaf is a classic dish that offers a tender and juicy slice of beef with very little work. With lean ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a tasty glaze, this slow cooker recipe keeps all the delicious flavors intact.

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    Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce and Brown Sugar

    Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce and Brown Sugar.
    Photo Credit: Winding Creek Ranch.

    This easy meatloaf with BBQ sauce and brown sugar is a tasty meal that everyone in the family will enjoy. It’s packed with flavor and only takes 10 minutes to prepare.

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    Classic BBQ Meatloaf Cups

    Classic BBQ Meatloaf Cups.
    Photo Credit: The Healthy Epicurean.

    This BBQ meatloaf combines beef, onion, and garlic, topped with a sweet glaze made from balsamic vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar. It's baked in a muffin tin, making it easy to serve in perfect portions.

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    Meatloaf Without Breadcrumbs

    Meatloaf.
    Photo credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This lighter version of meatloaf skips the breadcrumbs and is easy to put together. It uses just a few ingredients and bakes up quickly, making it a great choice for a weeknight meal that everyone will love.

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    Slow Cooker Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This slow cooker meatloaf is a simple and tasty dish that you can prepare without much work. With just a few classic ingredients, it’s perfect for your holiday meal plan.

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    Guinness and Cheddar Meatloaf

    Guinness and Cheddar Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

    Guinness and Cheddar Meatloaf is loaded with veggies cooked in stout beer and fresh sage, then finished off with crispy bacon and a sweet molasses glaze. This is a hearty dish that brings comfort to any meal.

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    Smoked Meatloaf

    Smoked meatloaf with green beans.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This smoked meatloaf is a classic choice for Sunday dinner. It combines the comforting flavors you remember with a delicious smoky taste from the grill.

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    Classic Southern Style Meatloaf

    Classic Southern Style Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Dude that Cookz.

    This Southern Style Meatloaf is just like the one your mom or grandma used to make. With a delicious glaze on top, it's a great choice for any day of the week.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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