Birthday Dinner Meatloaf

Elevate your next celebration with this irresistible Birthday Dinner Meatloaf, a savory classic with a festive twist! Made with a flavorful blend of 80/20 ground beef, aromatic garlic, and finely diced onion, this comforting dish is both hearty and satisfying. What sets it apart is the sweet and tangy glaze—a perfect balance of ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard—that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a melt-in-your-mouth finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an hour of cooking, this crowd-pleasing meatloaf is perfect for a birthday dinner or any special occasion. Serve it with fluffy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a complete and memorable meal that'll have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced yellow onion, minced garlic, 1/4 cup of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, dried parsley, and paprika.

Step 3

Use your hands or a large spoon to mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 4

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet or pack it into the loaf pan.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard to make the glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the shaped meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Enjoy your celebratory birthday dinner!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	529 grams (529.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	759

Total Fat 11.60g	15%
Saturated Fat 2.70g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 11mg	4%
Sodium 5160mg	224%
Total Carbohydrate 152.20g	55%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 58.70g
Protein 21.30g	43%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 579mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.1%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 76.3%