Copycat Cracker Barrel meatloaf 🍖 is a homemade version of the famous dish served at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. It’s known for being very moist, slightly sweet, and topped with a tangy tomato glaze.
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 900 g (2 lb) ground beef
- 1 cup crushed crackers (like Ritz crackers)
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Glaze
- ½ cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- In a large bowl, mix:
- ground beef
- crushed crackers
- onion
- bell pepper
- eggs
- milk
- cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper
- Mix gently until combined (don’t overmix).
- Shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
Add the glaze
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Spread the glaze on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake another 30–40 minutes until cooked through.
Serve With
Classic sides that pair well:
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
- Green beans
- Macaroni and cheese
- Cornbread
✅ Tip: Let the meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing so it stays juicy.
If you want, I can also show you:
- The exact restaurant trick that makes Cracker Barrel meatloaf extra moist 🤫
- The best meat blend for perfect meatloaf (most people get this wrong).
