Description
Indulge in the flavors of a classic meatloaf with a spicy twist! This Smoky Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf is loaded with cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and jalapeños, topped with a creamy ranch drizzle. A perfect comfort food with a kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf:
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapeños (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons milk
Creamy Ranch Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mix meatloaf ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, bacon, breadcrumbs, egg, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix gently.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan, shape into a loaf, and bake for 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Prepare ranch drizzle: Mix ranch dressing and sour cream until smooth.
- Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest, then slice. Drizzle with ranch mixture, sprinkle parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in.
- Ground turkey or pork can be used instead of beef.
- The ranch drizzle can be served on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
