Description
This Air Fryer Meatloaf recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy a classic comfort food with a perfectly baked texture and a tangy, sweet glaze. Combining ground beef with savory seasonings and a rich glaze, this meatloaf is cooked quickly in the air fryer to deliver a juicy and delicious meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 large egg
Glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix the Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and the egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape the Meatloaf: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape, ensuring it holds together firmly for even cooking.
- Place Meatloaf in Air Fryer: Transfer the shaped loaf carefully to the air fryer basket, making sure it fits comfortably without crowding.
- Initial Cooking: Cook the meatloaf in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes to begin the cooking process and firm up the loaf.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the meatloaf cooks, combine ketchup, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small dish, mixing until smooth and well blended.
- Apply the Glaze: After 15 minutes, carefully spread the glaze evenly over the top of the partially cooked meatloaf while it remains in the air fryer basket.
- Finish Cooking: Return the glazed meatloaf to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5 minutes at the same temperature, allowing the glaze to set and meatloaf to fully cook.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the meatloaf from the air fryer, slice into portions, and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious air-fried meatloaf!
Notes
- Make sure the meatloaf is compact to prevent it from falling apart during cooking.
- Check the internal temperature of meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if you need the recipe to be gluten-free.
- Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
