Description
This Slow Cooker Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf delivers a tender, juicy interior with a savory, smoky crust that requires minimal hands-on effort for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian style)
- 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 12–14 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze by whisking ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar; grease the slow cooker.
- Mix beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, spices, and half the ketchup gently; form into a log.
- Wrap the log tightly with bacon slices, securing the ends underneath.
- Place the wrapped loaf in the slow cooker seam-side down and cover.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth to retain moisture.