Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf is stuffed with cream cheese and diced jalapenos and wrapped in bacon. So much flavor in this spicy meatloaf!
The cream cheese middle turns a regular meatloaf into a creamy, rich meal. Crispy, salty bacon on the outside and a creamy, rich interior make this meatloaf a real winner.
I love to serve this meaf with Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes and Southern-Style Green Beans.
I have a soft spot for meatloaf. It is one of my favorite comfort foods. Scroll down for more meatloaf recipes. Be sure to check out these Jalapeno Popper Meatloaf Muffins.
The meatloaf mixture is a simple mixture of ground beef, onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, basil, seasoned salt, and pepper. The cream cheese middle helps keep the meatloaf moist and tender and it makes every bite taste so rich.
Type of Ground Beef To Use
Since the cream cheese is adding a great deal of fat and flavor to this meatloaf, you want to use a lean ground beef. 90 to 93% lean works well.
Storage
This meatloaf is plenty big to serve a family of 4 for 2 meals. Leftovers will keep for about 4 days in the refrigerator and can be reheated in the microwave.
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe Tips
Use 2 to 3 jalapenos, depending on how spicy you want this recipe.
I like to use lean ground beef so that the meatloaf isn’t greasy, but not too lean or it will be really dry. Between 85% and 90% is perfect.
Thin cut bacon works better than thick cut bacon.
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Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2/3 cup diced onion
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into long, thin pieces
- 2 to 3 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 5 slices bacon, cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Combine first 8 ingredients in a large bowl. Mix together.
- Shape half the ground beef mixture into a 9×5-inch rectangle on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the cream cheese and jalapenos down the middle.
- Cover the cream cheese and jalapenos with the remaining meat mixture, pressing along the edges to completely seal the inside.
- Brush the tops and the sides of the meatloaf with the ketchup.Place the bacon slices side by side on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes.Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Best meatloaf ever!!
I have made this several times and everyone loves it! I have started adding melted raspberry preserves and added it to the ketchup to give the glaze a touch of additional sweetness.
Fabulous! I didn’t have bacon so I’m sure it would be even better with. This is a repeater for sure! 👏🏻👏🏻
Beyond yummy! I am not a meatloaf person, but this is amazingly delicious. My husband absolutely LOVES this recipe!
Great recipe as a guide for the end result. Don’t be offended but I changed it up a bit. I added some shredded cheddar to the stuffing and used sliced jalapeños instead of fresh ( I did pat them dry to avoid soggy meat), a trip to the grocery store wasn’t in my plans. I used a half of a can of chipotle seasoned chopped tomatoes instead of ketchup on top and a few slices of jalapeños under the bacon. My Hispanic boyfriend is really happy! A new favorite for sure.
Great recipe! I used the base recipe and made a few little changes. I made a 4 pound recipe( teenage boys). I wrapped the whole thing in thick cut peppered bacon. I had some small cubed cheddar cheese that I added and I used 2 tablespoons of seasoning mix ( Cajun two step-Fire). Wish I could add my pictures! Thank you!
I added 1 whole green bell pepper as well.
Amazing recipe! Husband loves it. Only meatloaf recipe I’ll use from now on.