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Cozy Cream Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf

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A comforting and satisfying meatloaf with a creamy cream cheese center and a sweet, tangy glaze, perfect for easy dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended for juiciness)
  • ½ cup (50 g) breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2% for best moisture)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs or oregano (optional)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • ½ cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella (if using), and chopped parsley. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Press half of the meat mixture evenly into the bottom of the loaf pan.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the meat layer, keeping it away from the edges.
  6. Spread the remaining meat mixture over the cream cheese, sealing the edges and pressing gently to create a smooth top.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  8. Brush about half of the glaze onto the top of the meatloaf evenly. Reserve the rest.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes. Then brush the remaining glaze over the top and bake an additional 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Slice thickly and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid toughness. Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciness. Soften cream cheese before mixing to prevent leaking. Seal edges well to keep cream cheese inside. Apply glaze twice for a sticky, caramelized crust. Let meatloaf rest before slicing for better texture. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Cover with foil if edges brown too quickly.

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