Meatloaf Glaze

Elevate your classic meatloaf with this irresistible homemade meatloaf glaze, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Made with a simple blend of pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, this quick-to-mix glaze comes together in just five minutes. A touch of garlic powder, onion powder, and optional smoked paprika adds a subtle depth, while the caramelized finish from baking creates a sticky, glossy topping. Spread it over your meatloaf before and during baking for the ultimate comfort food upgrade. Whether you're crafting a family dinner or meal prepping, this easy meatloaf glaze is your key to unlocking bold flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika, if using.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Taste the glaze and adjust the balance of sweetness and tanginess to your liking, adding a small amount of brown sugar or vinegar as needed.

Step 4

Once mixed, use the glaze immediately by spreading it over the top of your meatloaf before baking.

Step 5

For best results, apply half the glaze before baking your meatloaf and the remaining half during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking to ensure a sticky, caramelized finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	300.4 grams (300.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	370

Total Fat 0.20g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1071mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate 95.90g	35%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 78.10g
Protein 0.50g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 48mg	4%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 146mg	3%

*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: 0.5%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 99.0%