Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf

Name: Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf with Bacon & Cream Cheese
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 6 jalapeños, diced and sliced; 2 large eggs; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

This Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf combines seasoned ground beef with a creamy, cheesy jalapeño filling and crispy bacon, finished with a tangy ketchup-brown sugar glaze for a savory, slightly spicy entrée.

🌍American 🏷️Jalapeno popper meatloaf 🏷️Meatloaf 🏷️Ground beef 🏷️Bacon Jalapeno

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Total

1h 25m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 jalapeños, diced and sliced
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble. Set aside, reserving some for topping.
2
In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and about two-thirds of the crumbled bacon.
3
Mix the filling ingredients until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
5
On a large sheet of plastic wrap, press the meat mixture into a flat rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.
6
Spread the jalapeño popper filling evenly down the center of the meat rectangle.
7
Using the plastic wrap to assist, carefully roll the meatloaf into a tight log, enclosing the filling. Pinch the seams and ends to seal completely.
8
Transfer the meatloaf to a foil-lined baking sheet, seam-side down.
9
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes.
10
While the meatloaf bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
11
After the initial baking time, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the glaze evenly over the top.
12
Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon and sliced jalapeños over the glaze.
13
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and the meatloaf is cooked through.
14
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling.
Cook and crumble the bacon before assembling so it distributes evenly throughout the meatloaf and crisps during baking.
Press the filling toward the center of the meatloaf before topping with the glaze to prevent it from leaking out during cooking.
Tent with foil if the edges brown too quickly before the center reaches 160°F internal temperature.

Substitutions

Cheddar cheese → pepper jack or monterey jack (for more heat)
Panko breadcrumbs → regular breadcrumbs (results in denser texture)
Ketchup in glaze → barbecue sauce (for smokier flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat slices in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes or microwave individual portions.