Here’s a Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf recipe that’s rich, slightly smoky, and perfectly caramelized. If you want it tailored (spicy, sweeter, gluten-free, etc.), just tell me!
🥃 Bourbon Glazed Meatloaf
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 works best)
- ½ lb ground pork (optional but recommended)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Bourbon Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup bourbon
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or lightly grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix the Meatloaf
In a large bowl, combine:
- ground beef + pork
- onion
- garlic
- breadcrumbs
- eggs
- milk
- Worcestershire
- ketchup
- Dijon
- paprika, salt, pepper
Mix until just combined (don’t overwork the meat).
3. Shape & Bake
Shape into a loaf on the baking sheet or pack lightly into a loaf pan.
Bake for 40 minutes.
4. Make the Bourbon Glaze
While it bakes, stir together glaze ingredients in a small saucepan.
Simmer 5–7 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened.
5. Glaze & Finish Baking
Brush half the glaze over the meatloaf.
Return to oven for 20–25 minutes more, brushing with more glaze halfway through.
Internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
6. Rest & Serve
Let rest 10 minutes, then slice. Serve with extra glaze.
Serving Suggestions
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Creamy mac and cheese
- Sweet potato wedges
If you want, I can also give you:
✅ Slow-cooker version
✅ Spicier version
✅ Bourbon-free glaze
✅ Meal-prep or freezer instructions
Would you like any variations?
