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Easy Crockpot Meatloaf with Brown Sugar Glaze

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A tender, moist meatloaf made in the slow cooker with a savory-sweet brown sugar glaze. This easy recipe requires minimal prep and delivers comfort food flavor without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, minced garlic, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with hands or a fork until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and shape into an oval or rectangular loaf.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
  5. Pour the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf and spread to the edges.
  6. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours or on LOW for 6 to 7 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  7. Let the meatloaf rest in the pot for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat to prevent a dense texture. If excess grease accumulates at the bottom of the slow cooker, spoon some out before serving. For a thicker glaze, leave the lid off for the last 15 minutes of cooking. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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