The Best Cheeseburger Meatloaf with Sauce | Simple & Delicious

This truly is the best cheeseburger meatloaf with sauce recipe. It is simple, delicious, a perfect comfort food, and a great dinner that will feed the whole family.

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The Best Cheeseburger Meat Loaf with Sauce

This truly is the best cheeseburger meat loaf with sauce recipe. It is simple, delicious, a perfect comfort food, and a great dinner that will feed the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. lean ground beef or ground venison
  • 2 tsp. favorite house seasoning
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 large sleeve)
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. pepper
Simple Cheeseburger Sauce
  • 10.5 oz. condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 soup-can measure of milk
  • cups shredded cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°.
  2. In a large bowl, combine and mix all of the ingredients.
  3. Shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape in either a casserole dish or in a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  4. Bake loaf for 45-60 minutes. Closer to the 60 minute mark to make sure it is done all the way through.
Simple Cheeseburger Sauce
  1. Heat the soup, milk, and cheese over medium heat. Stir until the cheese is melted.
  2. Pour over the baked meatloaf or serve on the side. I like both…on it and on the side.

The Best Cheeseburger Meatloaf with Sauce (Simple & Delicious)

If you’re looking for a simple, hearty dinner that your whole family will love, this cheeseburger meatloaf with sauce is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again.

It has all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger—savory beef, melty cheddar, and rich, comforting sauce—but baked into an easy, no-fuss meatloaf that’s perfect for busy evenings at home.

This is one of my go-to meals when I want something filling, cozy, and dependable… the kind of dinner that just makes the whole house feel a little more peaceful.


Why You’ll Love This Cheeseburger Meatloaf

  • Simple ingredients you likely already have
  • Easy to mix and bake (no complicated steps)
  • Packed with flavor from cheese, seasoning, and Worcestershire
  • Perfect for feeding a family
  • Delicious with classic sides like baked beans, mashed potatoes, or a cheesy casserole

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (I recommend 96/4)
  • 2 teaspoons your favorite meat seasoning
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

For the Cheeseburger Sauce:

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 soup can of milk
  • 1½ cups grated cheddar cheese

How to Make Cheeseburger Meatloaf

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine:
    • Ground beef
    • Seasoning
    • Onion and bell pepper
    • Cheese
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • Sour cream
    • Crushed crackers
    • Salt and pepper
  3. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a 9×13 dish or casserole dish.
  5. Bake for 45–60 minutes, closer to the 60-minute mark, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

How to Make the Sauce

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine:
    • Cream of mushroom soup
    • Milk
  2. Stir until warmed through.
  3. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  4. Pour over the meatloaf or serve on the side.

Tip: I like to double the sauce—it’s not necessary, but it gives you plenty to drizzle over everything on your plate.


Serving Ideas (Make It a Full Meal)

This cheeseburger meatloaf pairs so well with simple, comforting sides. A few of our favorites:

You can mix and match depending on what you have on hand, but this combination always feels like a complete, cozy dinner. Oh, and end the night with some chocolate chip pie.


Tips for the Best Meatloaf

  • Use lean ground beef (like 96/4) so it doesn’t get too greasy
  • Don’t overmix—just combine until everything is incorporated
  • Let it rest a few minutes before slicing so it holds together better
  • Double the sauce if you love extra flavor (highly recommend!)

A Simple Homemaking Note

Meals like this are one of the easiest ways to bring a sense of rhythm and comfort into your home.

It doesn’t have to be complicated—just something warm in the oven, a few simple sides, and everyone gathered around the table.

That’s the kind of homemaking that really sticks.


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If you try this cheeseburger meatloaf, I’d love to know what you think. It’s one of those simple, dependable recipes that quickly becomes a regular in the rotation.

And if you’re building a collection of easy, from-scratch meals for your home, this one is a great place to start.

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