Description
Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf is a mouthwatering twist on a classic comfort dish, blending tender ground beef with spicy jalapeños and creamy cream cheese. This flavorful meatloaf bakes to golden perfection, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that promises satisfaction in every bite. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and delicious taste. Get ready to elevate your meatloaf game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup fresh jalapeños, diced (adjust for spice preference)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- ¼ cup ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté chopped onions and diced jalapeños in a skillet over medium heat until onions are translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onion mixture, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and ketchup; mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Optionally, spread ketchup on top during the last 10 minutes of baking for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg