Holiday Glazed Meatloaf

With its perfect blend of hearty flavor and holiday-inspired spices, Holiday Glazed Meatloaf is a show-stopping centerpiece for your festive table. This tender, juicy meatloaf combines a savory mix of ground beef and pork, enhanced by fragrant garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika, while breadcrumbs and milk ensure it stays irresistibly moist. The star of the dish is the luscious glaze—a tangy-sweet blend of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, beautifully spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a seasonal twist. Baked to perfection and brushed with the glaze twice for maximum flavor, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 20 minutes of prep time and serves six generously. Whether paired with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted root vegetables, this elevated meatloaf is sure to bring warmth and comfort to your holiday dining table. Perfect for “holiday recipes,” “family dinners,” and “glazed meatloaf” searches, this dish brings festive cheer with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lb ground beef
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large egg
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 0.75 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/4 cup of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix together gently until fully combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.

Step 3

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape on the prepared baking sheet or press it evenly into a loaf pan.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to make the glaze.

Step 5

Brush about half of the glaze over the top of the meatloaf, reserving the rest for later.

Step 6

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven, brush the remaining glaze over the top, and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy a delightful holiday meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2076.7 grams (2076.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4406

Total Fat 279.20g	358%
Saturated Fat 106.00g	530%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 1501mg	500%
Sodium 7349mg	320%
Total Carbohydrate 186.10g	68%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 87.10g
Protein 303.50g	607%

Vitamin D 161IU	806%
Calcium 568mg	44%
Iron 28mg	154%
Potassium 2931mg	62%

*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: 56.2%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 16.6%