How to Make Simple Apricot-Glazed Meatloaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a comforting and flavorful dish that's perfect for a family dinner, then look no further than this Simple Apricot-Glazed Meatloaf. With a sweet and tangy glaze made from apricot preserves, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. It's a classic comfort food recipe with a twist that adds a delicious and unexpected flavor.

This meatloaf recipe is easy to make and doesn't require a lot of prep work, making it a great option for a weekni...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ½ cup apricot preserves
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Frank's Red Hot ®) (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 9x5-inch meatloaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Make the meatloaf: Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, egg, garlic, apricot preserves, kosher salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl; mix well until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze: Mix ketchup, apricot preserves, brown sugar, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and cider vinegar together in a medium bowl.
  • Remove meatloaf from the oven and pour glaze over top. Continue cooking until no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes longer. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    483 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 101mg
    • Sodium: 1782mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 529mg