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Classic Air Fryer Meatloaf

Name: Classic Air Fryer Meatloaf
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20); 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup milk; 1 large egg; 1/2 onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/3 cup ketchup; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp Dijon mustard

4.7(3)

35 min

Time

360°F

Temp

340 cal

Cal

Serves

Ingredients

Meatloaf

1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/3 cup milk

1 large egg

1/2 onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp dried thyme

Glaze

1/3 cup ketchup

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

Steps

1
Mix beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, and seasonings until just combined — don't overmix.
2
Shape into a loaf that fits your air fryer basket (about 8x4 inches). Place on parchment.
3
Air fry at 360°F for 25 minutes.
4
Mix glaze ingredients. Brush generously over the top. Cook another 8-10 minutes until glaze caramelizes and internal temp hits 160°F.
5
Rest 10 minutes before slicing — this keeps the juices inside.

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Tip: The 80/20 beef ratio is key — leaner beef makes dry, crumbly meatloaf. Don't overmix or it turns dense. The rest time is non-negotiable for juicy slices.

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