Description
Cheesy BBQ Smoked Meatloaf is a delightful dish that perfectly melds rich flavors and smoky essence, making it a standout at any gathering. This recipe combines ground beef with gooey cheddar cheese, enveloped in a tangy BBQ glaze. It’s not only easy to prepare on your electric smoker but also versatile enough to serve as a main meal or in sandwiches for lunch the next day. With its savory taste and comforting texture, this meatloaf is sure to impress family and friends alike, transforming any dinner into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 eggs (whisked)
- ½ cup Italian Panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup yellow onion (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your electric smoker to 325°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, whisked eggs, Panko breadcrumbs, milk, seasoned salt, garlic powder, chopped onion, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese until well mixed. Shape into a loaf.
- Place the meatloaf in the smoker and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 1.5 hours).
- While smoking, mix BBQ sauce ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Brush the meatloaf with BBQ sauce about 30 minutes before it's done cooking.
- Remove from smoker when fully cooked, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg