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Apple Spiced Meatloaf Recipe

This lower-calorie Apple Spiced Meatloaf recipe is bursting with flavor and incredibly moist! Sweet applesauce, combined with savory onions and warming spices, creates a delicious meatloaf that's surprisingly healthy. Topped with a luscious brown sugar mustard glaze, it's the perfect comforting meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 367.5 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Spiced Meatloaf

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How to Make Apple Spiced Meatloaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Chop 1 medium onion and 2 cloves garlic. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the softened onion and garlic with 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 cup breadcrumbs, ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Gently stir in 1 ½ pounds ground beef and ½ pound ground pork until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Shape the meatloaf mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 1 hour and 5 minutes.
  7. While the meatloaf bakes, prepare the apple glaze.
  8. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 tablespoons apple liqueur (optional), 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and ¼ cup packed light brown sugar.
  9. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until well blended and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
  10. After the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, spoon half of the apple glaze over the top.
  11. Baste with the remaining glaze every 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) (approximately another 35 minutes).
  12. Remove from oven and let the meatloaf rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

33g

Carbs

9g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Main Dish Beef Fruit Vegetables American Oven Roast Dinner Party Picnic Ground Beef Apples Meat Onions Taste Mood Savory Sweet To Go Equipment Presentation Served Hot 4 Hours Or Less