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Cozy Crockpot Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze

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A tender, juicy meatloaf cooked low and slow in the crockpot, topped with a sweet and tangy brown sugar glaze. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers comfort food without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder

Instructions

  1. Line your slow cooker with parchment paper or spray with non-stick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and mustard powder to make the glaze. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with your hands until just combined.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf (about 8 inches long and 4 inches wide) and place in the center of the lined crockpot.
  5. Spoon half of the glaze over the top of the meatloaf and spread evenly.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  7. Spoon the remaining glaze over the meatloaf and cook uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Use parchment paper to lift the meatloaf out and transfer to a cutting board. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  9. Slice and serve with extra glaze from the crockpot.

Notes

For best results, use 80/20 ground beef and avoid overmixing. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to keep it from falling apart. If using lean beef, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed pork rinds. For dairy-free, use unsweetened almond milk.

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Keywords: crockpot meatloaf, slow cooker meatloaf, brown sugar glaze meatloaf, easy meatloaf, comfort food, ground beef recipe

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