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    Keto Meatloaf Recipe

    Published: Feb 3, 2023 Modified: May 5, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    My easy, Keto Meatloaf Recipe is a dream come true among low carb meatloaf recipes! It's packed with flavor and easy to prepare using a mouthwatering homemade meatloaf glaze and seasoning blend. It's even gluten-free!

    Keto meatloaf on a wooden serving board sliced
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    • Low Carb Meatloaf
    • Low Carb Meatloaf Recipe Ingredients
    • How to Make Meatloaf
    • Keto Meatloaf Recipes Tips
    • The Secret to the Perfect Meatloaf
    • Meatloaf Temperature
    • Keto Meatloaf Recipes FAQs
    • Low Carb Meatloaf Make-Ahead Instructions
    • Homemade Meatloaf Seasoning
    • Best Ground Beef Recipes
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    Low Carb Meatloaf

    Low Carb recipes are a specialty of mine, and this easy meatloaf recipe with few ingredients is no exception! It's a cheesy, gluten-free meatloaf recipe with so much flavor from my own homemade meatloaf seasoning, plus the most delectable glaze.

    The texture is absolute perfection, with a deliciously crisp crust and moist inside. My keto meatloaf recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves meatloaf! Give it a try and I guarantee it'll be the best cheesy meatloaf recipe you ever eat.

    I'll show you how to make meatloaf in the oven so tender and delectable, you will wonder where this recipe has been your whole life.

    I tried it and it came out great. My husband loved it and felt it was perfectly seasoned and much better than the packets.

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    Two blue plates with slices of keto meatloaf

    Low Carb Meatloaf Recipe Ingredients

    • meatloaf seasoning
    • olive oil
    • ground beef
    • Parmesan cheese 
    • milk
    • sugar-free ketchup
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • eggs 
    • salt
    • sharp cheddar cheese shredded
    Ingredients for keto meatloaf in bowls and on plates

    How to Make Meatloaf

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
    2. Place ground meat in a large bowl.
    3. Add in meatloaf seasoning, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, ketchup Worcestershire and cheddar cheese.
    4. Mix it all together with your hands until everything is well combined. Transfer the ground meat mixture into greased loaf pan, pressing the meat down to form into a loaf shape.
    5. Add half of the meatloaf sauce over the top of the meatloaf mixture.
    6. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from oven and spread the remaining meatloaf sauce, and top with the additional cheddar cheese.
    7. Bake for an additional 12 minutes or until the internal temperature for the meatloaf reaches 155°F. (Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature)
    8. Remove from oven and let stand for at least 15 minutes. This is very important as you want to keep the meatloaf nice and moist.
    9. Finally, slice the meatloaf and serve!

    Keto Meatloaf Recipes Tips

    • Let your meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing so it will hold better while you cut. Use a sharp knife.
    • Be careful not to overmix the meat when you're combining it with your other ingredients. Overmixing will completely change the texture of your meatloaf, so you want to be certain you mix it just enough to combine everything.

    Another one of my family's favorite ground beef meatballs is my Instant Pot Meatballs. They are the juiciest meatballs you will ever make!

    The Secret to the Perfect Meatloaf

    • The #1 secret to making an amazing meatloaf is using the right blend of spices. The combination of dried mustard, paprika, basil, pepper, garlic and onion powder in my homemade meatloaf seasoning is sure to wow your family and friends.
    • The #2 secret to the best meatloaf recipe is making sure to make an amazing meatloaf glaze. Using tomato paste, vinegar (for a bit of tanginess) and our meatloaf seasoning is the perfect combination of flavors to complement the beef. The glaze also helps keep the meatloaf nice and moist.
    • The combination of these two components will take your meatloaf from boring to over-the-top delicious!

    Meatloaf Temperature

    I allow my low-carb meatloaf to reach 155 degrees Fahrenheit, then turn off the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. This will raise the temperature somewhat to the ideal temperature of 160 degrees while keeping the meatloaf nice and moist.

    Always use a meat thermometer to check the proper temperature and refer to our Beef Temperature Chart.

    Keto Meatloaf Recipes FAQs

    What can I use instead of breadcrumbs for keto meatloaf?

    Along with a few other ingredients for meatloaf to help bind it, I use a mix of almond flour and parmesan cheese for binding meatloaf instead of breadcrumbs. You can also use Parmesan cheese by itself - it's a fantastic binder for meatloaf! - or other keto flour alternatives like golden flaxseed meal, sunflower seed flour, unflavored ground pork rinds, or walnut flour.

    What can I put on top of meatloaf instead of ketchup?

    For this low-carb meatloaf recipe, I use a homemade meatloaf glaze that is out-of-this-world delicious. It's a combination of tomato paste, white vinegar, and my meatloaf seasoning. This gives the meatloaf the most incredible flavor and texture.

    Can you make meatloaf without eggs?

    You can use another binding agent instead to add moisture to your keto meatloaf. Try using a mixture of flax seed and water, about 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal to 5 tablespoons water. This will be enough to compensate for two eggs. You can leave the eggs out entirely, but the texture of the meatloaf will be different.

    Can you freeze meatloaf?

    Yes! You can freeze meatloaf before it's cooked. Prepare the loaf pan with plastic wrap before shaping your meatloaf. This makes it easier to wrap. Then, add to the freezer for up to an hour or at least 30 minutes.

    Once partially frozen, take it out of the loaf pan to fully wrap it in plastic. Double up by wrapping in foil. Store, labeled with the freezing date, for up to 3 months.

    You can also freeze cooked meatloaf by allowing it to cool completely, then store it in the freezer the same way: wrapped in plastic wrap and foil labeled with the date. I like to wrap individual slices of meatloaf so my family can take what they want out of the freezer without needing to heat the entire meatloaf.

    Slicing meatloaf with a knife

    Low Carb Meatloaf Make-Ahead Instructions

    You can easily make this keto meatloaf recipe ahead of time by storing it either in the refrigerator or the freezer before baking. Wrap the loaf pan tightly in plastic wrap if stored in the refrigerator, and store for up to 2 days before baking. This recipe is keto-friendly. Try more of our Best Keto Beef Recipes!

    Homemade Meatloaf Seasoning

    Part of what makes this keto meatloaf recipe so incredible is my Homemade Meatloaf Seasoning. This easy seasoning blend is a combination of the best spices for meatloaf that give it so much flavor. Give it a try and let me know what you think!

    All meatloaf seasoning ingredients mixed on a plate

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    Keto Meatloaf Recipe

    My easy, Cheesy Keto Meatloaf Recipe is a dream come true among low carb meatloaf recipes! It's packed with flavor and easy to prepare using a mouthwatering homemade meatloaf glaze and seasoning blend. It's even gluten-free!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time57 minutes mins
    Resting Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr 22 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: keto meatloaf, Keto meatloaf recipe, keto meatloaf recipes, low carb meatloaf
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 372kcal
    Author: Isabel Laessig

    Equipment

    • 9 x 5-inch loaf pan
    • Parchment paper
    • Meat thermometer
    • Bowl for mixing

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for Meatloaf

    • 4 Tablespoons meatloaf seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 2 pounds 85/15 ground beef
    • 1 cup Parmesan cheese or ½ cup of parmesan cheese and ½ cups of almond flour
    • ¼ cup milk
    • ¼ cup sugar-free ketchup
    • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 eggs lightly beaten
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, +¼ cup of additional cheese for topping

    Meatloaf Glaze

    • 4 Tablespoons tomato paste
    • 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
    • 2 Tablespoons meatloaf seasoning

    See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with cooking spray. Place ground meat in a large bowl.
      Ground beef in bowl
    • Add in meatloaf seasoning, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, ketchup Worcestershire, eggs, and cheddar cheese.
      Meatloaf mixture in a bowl, unmixed
    • Mix it all together with your hands until everything is well combined. Transfer the ground meat mixture into greased loaf pan, pressing the meat down to form into a loaf shape.
      Meatloaf mixture spread into loaf pan
    • Add half of the meatloaf sauce over the top of the meatloaf mixture.
      Spreading meatloaf glaze on top of keto meatloaf
    • Bake for 45 minutes, then remove from oven and spread the remaining meatloaf sauce and top with the additional cheddar cheese.
      Bake for an additional 12 minutes or until the internal temperature for the meatloaf reaches 155°F.
      Adding more cheese to keto meatloaf during baking process
    • Remove from oven and let stand for at least 15 minutes. This is very important as you want to keep the meatloaf nice and moist.
      Finally, slice the meatloaf and serve!
      Keto meatloaf on a wooden serving board

    Notes

    • Let your meatloaf rest at least 10 minutes before slicing so it will hold better while you cut. Use a sharp knife.
    • Be careful not to overmix the meat when you're combining it with your other ingredients. Overmixing will completely change the texture of your meatloaf, so you want to be certain you mix it just enough to combine everything.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 4mg

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    About Isabel Laessig

    Isabel Laessig, better known as Family Foodie and the founder of the Sunday Supper Movement, is passionate about food and family! She is the author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook, and makes regular television appearances to spread her mission of bringing Sunday Supper back around the family table in every home.

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    1. Jessie says

      June 15, 2022 at 6:59 pm

      Make sure not to forget the eggs when mixing all ingredients together in your bowl!

      Making this tonight, can’t wait to try it! My first keto meatloaf! 😊

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      • Em Beitel says

        July 05, 2022 at 10:45 am

        That's awesome, Jessie! We would love to know what you think!

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    2. Laurie Henn says

      November 02, 2022 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      This was absolutely delicious!!! Thank you so much!!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        November 07, 2022 at 11:04 am

        Hi Laurie! Thank you so much - we're so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    3. Marisa S says

      December 18, 2022 at 4:11 am

      5 stars
      So I made you're Keto meatloaf tonight & it was very tasty! I modified it a bit by adding diced red bell pepper, fresh Thyme, & Gruyere and Asiago cheese 🧀 (in lieu of Cheddar. In a "throw in what you got" kind of spirit!😋). I also used the Parmsan cheese/Almond flour option, & 90% lean grass-fed ground beef.
      So I noticed my meatloaf "shrunk" away from the sides, & in height as well! No less delicious, but is this typical? I've only made meatloaf 1 other time! (I should also mention that I baked it in a dark metal "meatloaf" pan. The ones with the removable tray w/holes.) Thanks!😊👍

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 19, 2022 at 10:34 am

        Hi Marisa! That sounds incredible - especially with the cheeses you chose! Yes, the shrinking is normal - meatloaf will usually shrink during the cooking process!

        Reply

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