Smoked Meatloaf combines ground beef and pork with cheddar cheese, onion, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, then it’s cooked in the smoker and glazed with BBQ sauce. The smoker gives this classic comfort food a rich, smoky flavor with a sticky BBQ finish.
I make this when I want classic meatloaf with a little more flavor. Smoking it instead of baking gives the meat a smoky flavor, while the cheddar cheese and BBQ glaze keep it rich and flavorful.
Why I Love Smoked Meatloaf
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Ground Beef: 80/20 adds flavor and moisture.
- Ground Pork: Helps keep the meatloaf juicy.
- Eggs: Hold the meatloaf together.
- Panko Breadcrumbs: Help bind the mixture.
- Whole Milk: Adds moisture.
- Yellow Onion: Adds savory flavor.
- Cheddar Cheese: Adds cheesy flavor throughout.
- BBQ Sauce: Creates the sweet and smoky glaze.
- Salt & Pepper: Season the meatloaf.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How To Make Smoked Meatloaf
1. Make the meatloaf mixture. Combine the beef, pork, eggs, panko, milk, onion, salt, and pepper. Gently mix in the shredded cheddar cheese.
2. Shape the meatloaf. Form the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared smoker grate.
3. Smoke and glaze. Smoke at 300°F, brushing the meatloaf with BBQ sauce about halfway through cooking.
4. Finish and rest. Continue smoking until the center reaches 165°F, then let the meatloaf rest before slicing.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Don’t overmix: Mix just until combined so the meatloaf stays tender.
- Shape it evenly: An even loaf cooks more consistently from end to end.
- Use a meat thermometer: Cook until the center reaches 165°F.
- Glaze during cooking: Brush with BBQ sauce partway through so it becomes sticky without burning.
- Let it rest: Rest the meatloaf for about 10 minutes before slicing so it holds together better.
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Smoked Meatloaf
Smoked Meatloaf combines beef, pork, cheddar cheese, and BBQ sauce for a smoky twist on classic meatloaf.
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Ground Beef (80/20)
- 1 Pound Ground Pork
- 2 Large Eggs
- ½ Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
- ¼ Cup Whole Milk
- 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ Cup Chopped Yellow Onion
- 2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Cup BBQ Sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker/electric smoker to 300℉.
- Spray grill grates with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, ground pork, eggs, panko, milk, salt, pepper, and onion. Mix together using a wooden spoon until well combined.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until fully incorporated.
- Shape into a loaf and place into your smoker.
- Smoke until the internal temperature reaches 165℉, about 1 ½-2 hours.
- Halfway through cooking, glaze the meatloaf with the BBQ sauce.
- Once done, remove the meatloaf from the smoker and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve with mashed potatoes and vegetables. Enjoy!
Notes
Mix the meat just until combined so the meatloaf stays tender. Smoke until the center reaches 165°F, then let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 738Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 239mgSodium: 1158mgCarbohydrates: 29gFiber: 1gSugar: 18gProtein: 53g
