🍖 Crockpot Meatloaf (Slow Cooker Comfort Food Classic)

If you’re craving a hearty, hands-off dinner, this Crockpot Meatloaf is the perfect solution. Made with juicy ground beef, savory seasonings, and a sweet-and-tangy glaze, this slow cooker meatloaf turns out tender, flavorful, and incredibly moist every time. Just set it and forget it!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✔️ No oven required

• ✔️ Perfect for busy weeknights

• ✔️ Moist, tender, and full of flavor

• ✔️ Great for meal prep and leftovers

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  🛒 Ingredients

  For the Meatloaf:

  • 1½ lbs ground beef (80/20 works best)

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 large eggs

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  For the Glaze:

  • ½ cup ketchup

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp yellow mustard

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  👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix all meatloaf ingredients until just combined.

  2. Shape mixture into a loaf and place on a piece of foil or parchment.

  3. Lower into the crockpot using the foil.

  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.

  5. Mix glaze ingredients in a small bowl.

  6. Spread glaze over meatloaf during the last 30 minutes.

  7. Cover and finish cooking.

  8. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

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  🔥 Tips for the Best Crockpot Meatloaf

  • Don’t overmix the meat — it makes the loaf dense.

  • Use half beef + half pork for extra juiciness.

  • Line the crockpot with foil for easy removal.

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  🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days.

  • Reheat in microwave or oven at 325°F.