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Homemade Brown Sugar Meatloaf served on a plate with side dishes.
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Brown Sugar Meatloaf

A comforting, savory meatloaf with a sweet brown sugar glaze that brings the family together.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients

Meatloaf Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds Ground Beef Use 80/20 mix for moisture.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar For the glaze.
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs Acts as a binder.
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Onion Adds flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binder for the meatloaf.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce For umami flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, brown sugar, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix everything thoroughly without overmixing.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it into a greased baking dish.
  • Bake for about 1 hour until cooked through and caramelized on the outside.
  • Let the meatloaf cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ground beef and avoid overmixing.