Easy Meatloaf with Shredded Wheat

Elevate a classic comfort food with this *Easy Meatloaf with Shredded Wheat*! This hearty recipe replaces traditional breadcrumbs with crushed shredded wheat cereal, adding a wholesome touch and a subtly nutty flavor. Combined with ground beef, a savory mix of garlic, onion, and Worcestershire sauce, and topped with a sweet, tangy ketchup-brown sugar glaze, every bite bursts with mouthwatering flavor. Soaking the shredded wheat in milk ensures a tender, moist meatloaf, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it perfect for weeknight dinners. With just a handful of pantry staples and a one-hour bake, this meatloaf is a stress-free, crowd-pleasing main dish. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, and don’t forget the optional parsley garnish for a fresh pop of color!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 cups Shredded wheat cereal
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Onion
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Optional: parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, crush the shredded wheat cereal into fine crumbs.

Step 3

Pour the milk over the crushed cereal and let it soak for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 4

Add the ground beef, eggs, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together with clean hands or a sturdy spoon until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it gently to create an even surface.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the remaining ketchup and brown sugar to create a glaze.

Step 7

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).

Step 9

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1098.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1807.2

Total Fat 95.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 689.5mg	0%
Sodium 3590.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.8g
Protein 107.6g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 412.7mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2016.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.7%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 29.9%