Easy Copycat Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe
Enjoy the classic taste of Cracker Barrel meatloaf with this easy homemade recipe. Made with ground beef, crackers, cheese, and a sweet glaze, this meatloaf is juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- ½ cup finely diced green bell pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, crushed crackers, cheese, eggs, milk, onion, bell pepper, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard to make the glaze. Spread half over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 45 minutes, then spread the remaining glaze on top.
- Bake for another 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for extra flavor.
- Substitute crackers with breadcrumbs if needed.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to retain moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg