🥓🧀 Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mozzarella Meatloaf

📝 Description

This Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mozzarella Meatloaf is a juicy, flavor-packed comfort food classic with a cheesy surprise inside. Seasoned ground beef is rolled around gooey mozzarella, wrapped in crispy bacon, and glazed with a savory-sweet sauce. It’s perfect for family dinners, holidays, or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

🛒 Ingredients

Meatloaf:

2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
1 cup shredded mozzarella (or mozzarella block strips)
1 egg
½ cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
8–10 slices bacon

Glaze:

½ cup ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, and seasonings.
Shape meat into a rectangle on parchment paper.
Place mozzarella in the center and roll tightly into a loaf.
Wrap bacon slices around the loaf.
Mix glaze ingredients and brush on top.
Bake 50–60 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F.
Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

🍽 Servings

Serves 6–8 people.

📊 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)

Calories: 420
Protein: 30g
Fat: 32g
Carbs: 6g

🌟 Benefits

✔ High in protein
✔ Keto-friendly (omit breadcrumbs)
✔ Family favorite comfort meal

💡 Tips

Use leaner beef for less grease.
Add sautéed onions inside for extra flavor.
Broil 2–3 minutes at end for crispy bacon.

❓ Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes, freeze cooked slices for up to 3 months.

Q: What sides go well?
Mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or salad.

Mozzarella Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf