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    Home » Recipes » Main Courses » Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe

    Last updated: Apr 7, 2022 by Melissa Riker · 4 Comments

    Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe

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    sliced cheese stuffed meatloaf

    How can you make a dinner staple like a meatloaf even better? Add cheese of course! This flavorful easy Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is packed with ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, making this a family-friendly recipe you'll turn to again and again!

    mozzarella cheese stuffed meatloaf on a white platter

    Growing up I didn't know that you could have meatloaf that wasn't stuffed full of cheese, it was just the way my mom always made it. Fast forward to marriage and the first time I made this delicious mozzarella meatloaf recipe my husband couldn't stop gushing about it!

    This recipe is the ultimate comfort food, serve alongside mashed potatoes for the perfect homestyle meal!

    cheese stuffed meatloaf in a loaf pan

    Why I love this recipe

    • There is a lot of wiggle room in this meatloaf recipe to allow for you to customize it.
    • You can add hidden veggies! My mom loved to add chopped veggies in the meatloaf. You can use any moist vegetable that is finely chopped: bell peppers, carrots, zucchini whatever you have on hand!
    • Ummm....hello, CHEESE! 🧀

    Ingredients

    • ground beef
    • yellow onion
    • bread crumbs
    • egg
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • salt & pepper
    • basil
    • oregano
    • milk
    • mozzarella cheese
    mixing meatloaf in glass bowl with hands
    uncooked meatloaf in baking pan with mozzarella cheese on top
    uncooked cheese stuffed meatloaf in baking pan

    Step by step

    This recipe is so simple!

    1. Mix the ground beef in a large bowl with breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, a little milk and spices.
    2. Divide the meat mixture in half and press half into the loaf pan.
    3. Place the cheese over top of the meat then add the rest of the meat and press down.
    4. An hour in the oven bakes it up perfectly and you'll never guess the ooey-gooey goodness waiting just below the surface!
    mozzarella cheese stuffed meatloaf in pan

    Variations

    • use a mix of ground pork and ground sirloin instead of regular ground beef
    • customize the flavors by experimenting with adding garlic, chopped parsley, black pepper, chopped mushrooms, etc
    • Top with shredded Parmesan cheese to give even more cheesy flavor!

    FAQs

    Does it need to be glazed?

    No! I actually don't glaze my meatloaf at all. If you do want a glaze I recommend combining 4 tablespoons of ketchup, 2.5 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1.5 teaspoons of lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon of dry mustard in a small bowl. Brush over the meatloaf the last ten minutes of cooking.

    Why is my meatloaf pink?

    The color of the meatloaf doesn't tell you if it is fully cooked. Meatloaf must be cooked to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. So long as you use a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached this temperature, it is safe to eat your meatloaf even if a little pink.

    Why is it falling apart?

    In order for your meatloaf recipe to stay together, you need to include enough binders such as egg and breadcrumbs. Too little and you'll end up with crumbly meatloaf. Meatloaf will also fall apart if it is overcooked.

    What kind of cheese can I use?

    I prefer mozzarella cheese because it's perfect melting but you can use your favorites. Cheddar cheese, gouda, provolone, pepper jack, and havarti cheeses would all taste wonderful in this recipe!

    Can you freeze meatloaf?

    Yes, meatloaf is very freezer-friendly. Freeze it by the loaf or save individual servings of leftover meatloaf to reheat and eat later. Simply wrap it in two layers of aluminum foil and place in a freezer bag up to 3 months. To thaw place overnight in the refrigerator.
    You can also freeze in the same manner before cooking. Thaw before cooking and you may have to extend the cooking time when cooking for a chilled state.

    You might also like these other comfort food ground beef recipes:

    • Taco Soup
    • Best Classic Lasagna
    • Tater Tot Casserole
    • Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

    If you’ve tried this recipe please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you! 

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    sliced cheese stuffed meatloaf on white platter

    Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe

    ★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
    • Author: Melissa Riker
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 60 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    • Yield: 6
    • Category: main course
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: American
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    Description

    How can you make a dinner staple like a meatloaf even better? Add cheese of course! This flavorful easy Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is packed with ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, making this a family-friendly recipe you'll turn to again and again!


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 2 pounds ground beef
    • ½ yellow onion, diced
    • 1 cup breadcrumbs
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon basil
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
    • ⅓ cup milk
    • 8 ounce mozzarella cheese, cut into chunks

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly spray a 9 by 13 pan with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, spices and milk. Knead with hands until combined.
    3. Divide the meatloaf in half. Press one half into the prepared pan.
    4. Place the cheese down the center of the meat. Top with remaining beef and press down to seal sides.
    5. Bake for one hour in preheated oven.
    6. Let rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

    Notes

    • Meat should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit when fully cooked. If the temperature is reached it is ok if slightly pink in color.
    • Lean ground beef is preferred. Higher fat percentage beef will cause there to be grease in the pan after baking, pour off before slicing if necessary.
    • Keep leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
    • Freeze meatloaf by wrapping in two layers of foil and placing in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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    1. Marta says

      April 07, 2022 at 3:43 pm

      LOVE it!! I'll never go back to regular meatloaf again!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Jenny says

      February 13, 2021 at 10:15 pm

      My husband loved it!

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      • Melissa Riker says

        February 20, 2021 at 3:19 pm

        That's great!

        Reply
    3. Marta says

      July 25, 2019 at 10:41 am

      Family loved it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply

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