Nutrition Facts for Meatloaf topping

Meatloaf Topping

Elevate your classic meatloaf with this irresistible, homemade meatloaf topping—a sweet and tangy glaze that takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Made with a simple yet flavorful mix of ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce, this topping perfectly balances savory richness with a hint of caramelized sweetness. For the ultimate presentation, spread half of the glaze on your meatloaf before baking and reserve the rest for a glossy, mouthwatering finish during the final minutes of cooking. Whether you’re making a traditional family dinner or meal prepping comfort food for the week, this quick and easy meatloaf topping transforms your dish into a showstopper.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100
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Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:5 mins
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until well incorporated and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess if desired by adding more brown sugar or mustard.

Step 4

Spread the topping evenly over your uncooked meatloaf before placing it in the oven.

Step 5

For best results, apply half of the topping before baking and reserve the other half to brush on during the last 10 minutes of cooking for a glossy finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (158.3g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 187.4
Total Fat 0.6g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 733.4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 0.6g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 29.6mg 0%
Iron 0.7mg 0%
Potassium 99.6mg 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: 2.7%
Protein: 1.2%
Carbs: 96.1%