This Barbecue Meatloaf comes together in about 5 minutes. My BBQ Meatloaf Recipe has so much flavor from the barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheddar you won’t be able to resist having seconds. This easy recipe is low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly.
I have made this delicious meatloaf with barbecue sauce for years. It is actually on my blog already with a few tweaks in the form of mini meatloaves but making one big bbq meatloaf is always easier. The combination of barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheddar cheese go well on just about anything.
Whenever my kids ask what we are having for dinner and I say meatloaf they reply with “the meatloaf with bacon and barbecue sauce?” And more often than not this is the one. It is just as good the next day and they’ve been known to take leftovers to school in a thermos.
How to Make BBQ Meatloaf
First Step:
Mix the ground meat of your choice (ground turkey or ground beef both work well) with the seasonings.
Second Step:
Put the seasoned meat into a large casserole dish and drizzle on some sugar-free barbecue sauce.
Third Step:
Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon.
Fourth Step:
Bake the meatloaf until it reaches 160 degrees when checked with a meat thermometer.
What to serve with bbq meatloaf:
We normally serve this bbq meatloaf with roasted vegetables like these Oven-Roasted Green Beans or Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Another great alternative is serving keto barbecue meatloaf with my Keto Broccoli Salad, Keto Mashed Cauliflower, Keto Coleslaw, or Caesar Salad with Bacon.
How do you make meatloaf without using bread crumbs
It is very easy to make meatloaf without bread crumbs or bread cubes. I do add an egg as a binder and then just drain the cooking liquid before serving. The breadcrumbs absorb that liquid but it is absolutely not necessary to use them for a gluten-free meatloaf.
Where can I find sugar-free BBQ sauce?
You can find sugar-free barbecue sauce in most grocery stores but it is normally sweetened with sucralose. If you want a bbq sauce without sucralose you can make your own or order online.
Sweet and Spicy Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce from Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved
Sweet Southern BBQ Sauce from Mrs. Criddle’s Kitchen
Tangy Sugar-Free Barbecue Sauce from The Coers Family
And of these will work well in this meatloaf with barbecue sauce! And then you can use the extra to top my Crockpot BBQ Chicken.
And make sure to check out my video demonstrating how easy this family-friendly meal really is!
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Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients:
- 2 lb ground meat (I used turkey)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 tbsp dried minced onion
- 1 tsp dried minced garlic
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 oz sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 1 egg
Topping Ingredients:
- 2 oz sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked chopped bacon (about 5 slices)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Combine all the ingredients for the meat and press into the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 casserole dish. Brush the barbecue sauce on top and sprinkle on the cheese and bacon.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until 160 on a meat thermometer.
Nutrition
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Jack says
This was a hit for the whole family of 6. After 35 mins I turned the broiler on high and let the bacon crisp up for about 4 minutes. Had to watch it very closely but the result was worth it. Fantastic family friendly comfort food that satisfies the adults on keto and the kids who are not. Thanks!!
KELLY says
THIS LOOKS SO GOOD & I CAN NOT WAIT TO MAKE THIS.
Tracey says
Can this be made in a traditional meatloaf pan?
Taryn says
Yes, you will need to increase the baking time. I have not tested it so I’m not sure how much longer it will take.
Sonia Kunze says
I put this recipe into MyFitnessPal and I realize it’s a free app so it’s going to have mistakes, but it says there are 32 carbs PER SERVING! Any suggestions? I loved this, as did my husband, and I would love to make it a couple times a month but the carb count is really confusing me.
Taryn says
MFP is using a sugary bbq sauce. You need to use a sugar free one.
Rachel says
I was wondering if you ever had a problem with yours shrinking? I made mine with beef (94% lean, 4% fat) and it got quite a bit smaller
Taryn says
As the meat cooks and releases juices, it does shrink. This happens with most types and cuts of meat but can be more noticeable in a meatloaf.
Sara Miller says
What brand of BBQ sauce do you use? I’m having trouble finding one with low carbs/sugar.
Thanks!
Taryn says
I make my own when I can. There are a lot of recipes for sugar-free barbecue sauce online. Otherwise, Walmart does sell one that is sweetened with sucralose.
Norm says
I made this last night. So easy, and so tasty. I love meatloaf, and I am glad to have a recipe for a low carb version.