Meatloaf Burgers
Meatloaf Burgers combine two classic comfort foods to create a juicy patty with plenty of flavor. Dress it up with your favorite toppings and enjoy a simple dinner!
Servings: 6
Calories: 521kcal
Ingredients
Meatloaf Burgers
- 2 pounds ground beef 85/15 recommended
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs or panko
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup ketchup or barbecue sauce
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 hamburger buns toasted
Glaze
- ¼ cup ketchup or barbecue sauce
Optional Toppings
- 6 Colby Jack cheese slices
- lettuce tomatoes red onion, and dill pickles
- ketchup
- mustard
- barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Breadcrumb Mixture. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a lightly greased, oven-safe wire rack on top. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let stand for 3–5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Mix the Burgers. Add the ground beef, ½ cup ketchup or barbecue sauce, seasoning salt, pepper, egg, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic to the breadcrumb mixture. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Shape, Bake, and Glaze. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into ¾–1-inch-thick patties, slightly wider than the buns. Press your thumb into the center of each patty to create a shallow indentation that helps prevent puffing. Arrange on the prepared rack, leaving space between them. Bake for approximately 20 minutes, then brush the tops with the remaining ¼ cup ketchup or barbecue sauce. Continue baking for 5–10 minutes, or until the centers reach 160°F (71°C).
- Add Toppings and Serve. If desired, add a slice of cheese during the final 1–2 minutes of baking. Let the burgers rest for 3–5 minutes, then serve on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, and your favorite condiments, or enjoy without buns.
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Notes
- Insert an instant-read thermometer into the center of a patty. Ground beef should reach 160°F.
- Finely dice the onion, include the egg and milk-soaked breadcrumbs, and avoid overmixing to help the patties hold together. If grilling, chill them for 15–30 minutes first.
- Line a baking sheet with foil and place a lightly greased, oven-safe metal rack on top to keep the patties elevated and out of the grease.
Nutrition
Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 1338mg | Potassium: 628mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 4mg