🍔 Cheeseburger Meatloaf (Keto / Low Carb)

Here’s a hearty and flavorful Cheeseburger Meatloaf that’s keto-friendly and low in carbs — packed with cheesy, meaty goodness and all your favorite burger flavors, minus the bun!

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🍔 Cheeseburger Meatloaf (Keto / Low Carb)

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Servings: 6

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📝 Ingredients:

• 1½ lbs ground beef
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup unsweetened ketchup (or sugar-free)
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• ¼ cup chopped dill pickles
• ½ cup almond flour
• ¼ cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional topping:

• ¼ cup sugar-free ketchup
• ½ cup shredded cheese for the last 10 minutes of baking

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment or lightly grease.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, cheese, almond flour, ketchup, mustard, pickles, onion, and seasonings.
3. Mix just until combined — don’t overwork the meat.
4. Transfer mixture to loaf pan and shape evenly.
   Optional: Top with a thin layer of sugar-free ketchup.
5. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Add extra cheese on top in the last 5–10 minutes if desired. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

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✅ Tips:

• Want it spicier? Add a dash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños.
• Great with a side of cauliflower mash or zucchini fries.
• You can shape it free-form on a sheet pan for crispier edges.

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🧊 Storage:

• Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days.
• Freeze slices for up to 2 months — reheat in oven or microwave.