Bang-Bang Melty Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Meatloaf Bombs
Juicy beef encasing molten, cheesy goodness and crunchy bacon, topped with a sweet and tangy barbecue glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.
- Add a spoonful of crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese in the center, then wrap the meat around the filling to form a ball.
- Repeat with the remaining meat mixture until all bombs are formed.
- Place the meatloaf bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Brush the meatloaf bombs with the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Leftover meatloaf bombs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They freeze well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg