Are you a huge fan of comfort food like I am? I can't get enough. I'm an even bigger fan of my Traeger Cheeseburger Meatloaf. This is comfort food at its core. Tender meatloaf made on the smoker with all the flavors of your favorite cheeseburger. It makes an incredible meatloaf sandwich too!

Traeger Cheeseburger Meatloaf

This isn't your grandma's meatloaf. This is tender, juicy and smokey, even better the next day meatloaf. This is the kind of meatloaf recipe that you should double so you can have leftover meatloaf sandwiches the next day.

One thing that makes this meatloaf extra flavorful is the grilled onion. Grilling the onions makes this extra delicious. Another addition that isn't normally in meatloaf is cheese.

Who doesn't love melted cheese!

Try my Traeger Cheeseburger meatloaf for dinner tonight, and you and your family will all be happy you did.

In the mood for soup? Try this Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup sometime!

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Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Small Onion – Finely diced to bring mild sweetness and texture.
• Large Eggs + Egg Yolk – Binds the meatloaf together and keeps it moist.
• Milk – Adds moisture and tenderizes the mixture.
• Ketchup – Used in both the loaf and the sauce for familiar flavor.
• Yellow Mustard – Adds tang and classic diner-style flair.
• Salt – Enhances all the flavors in the loaf and sauce.
• Ground Black Pepper – Adds a mild kick and seasoning balance.
• Dry Mustard – Enhances the mustard flavor without liquid.
• Onion Powder – Deepens the savory profile.
• Garlic Powder – Adds aromatic richness.
• Dried Parsley – Light herb note for balance.
• Minced Garlic – Fresh garlicky depth.
• Panko Breadcrumbs – Light binder that doesn’t weigh the loaf down.
• Crushed Saltine Crackers – Adds texture and soaks up juices.
• Cooked And Crumbled Bacon – Smoky and salty bite throughout.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese – Melts into pockets of flavor.
• Ground Beef 90/10 – Lean but still juicy when mixed right.
• Brown Sugar – For the sauce and its sweet balance.
• Apple Cider Vinegar – Bright acidity in the sauce.

Don't forget to check out our original Homemade Meatloaf Recipe, too!

Try this Turkey Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy too!

How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Preheat The Grill – Set your Traeger or pellet grill to 375°.
2. Mix The Loaf – Combine all loaf ingredients except the ground beef. Stir well and then mix in the beef until uniform.
3. Shape The Loaves – Press the mixture into two lightly sprayed foil loaf pans.
4. Grill The First Round – Place the pans on the grill and cook for 25 to 30 minutes.
5. Prepare The Sauce – Stir together ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
6. Flip And Sauce – Carefully turn the loaves out directly on the grill grates. Brush with sauce. Grill 20 minutes, flip, and brush again.
7. Finish Cooking – Grill another 20 minutes or until internal temp reads 160 degrees. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

Recipe FAQ

Try our Smoked Pizza Meatloaf

What should you serve with meatloaf?

I love making my Extra Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with this meatloaf, but if you prefer pasta, you should try my Greek Pasta Salad.

Looking for a hot pasta? Try my fabulous simple garlic noodles. I love to make my Garlic Breadsticks and make a nice green salad also, and dinner is done!

(Pro tip: You know what goes great with my garlic fry bread? My Traeger Seafood Alfredo! So good.)

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More Recipes Using Ground Beef

• Mini Meatloaf Burgers
• Blackstone Smash Burgers
• Smoked Cheeseburgers
• Ground Beef Stroganoff
• Spaghetti With Meat Sauce