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BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf – Low Carb, Keto, THM S

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This BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf comes together in about 5 minutes. It has so much flavor from the barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheddar you won’t be able to resist having seconds.

A piece of bacon meatloaf on a black rimmed plate with sliced cucumbers in the background

I have made this meatloaf for years. It is actually on my blog already with a few tweaks in the form of mini meatloaves but making one big one is always easier. The combination of barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheddar cheese goes well on just about anything.

BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf – Low Carb, Grain & Gluten Free, Keto, THM S

Overhead view of a piece of bacon covered meatloaf on a black rimmed plate with sliced cucumbers in the background

P.S. We actually had roasted broccoli on the side but it wasn’t ready yet for the pictures. Need to finish up photos before my family eats it all! I recommend serving this with a green vegetable or a nice crisp salad.

Uncooked meatloaf in a large red casserole dish on a light wood surface

Whenever my kids ask what we are having for dinner and I say meatloaf they reply with “the one 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.

Uncooked meatloaf topped with shredded cheese and bacon in a red casserole dish

 Here are some great sugar-free BBQ sauce recipes to use in my BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf

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

A piece of bacon covered meatloaf on a black rimmed plate with sliced cucumbers in the background

And make sure to check out my video demonstrating how easy this family-friendly meal really is!

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BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

This BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf comes together in about 5 minutes. It has so much flavor from the barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheddar you won't be able to resist having seconds.

Course: dinner, main dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 390 kcal
Author: Taryn
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
  1. Preheat oven to 400.
  2. 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.
  3. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until 160 on a meat thermometer.
Nutrition Facts
BBQ Cheddar Bacon Meatloaf
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 Calories from Fat 270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 124mg 41%
Sodium 523mg 22%
Potassium 345mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 25g 50%
Vitamin A 6.8%
Calcium 17.6%
Iron 13.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Comments

  1. 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!!

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  4. 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.

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  5. 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

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    • 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.
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    • 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.
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  7. 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.

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