Cracker Barrel Meatloaf is one of the most popular comfort foods from Cracker Barrel Old Country Store—known for its sweet, tangy glaze and tender texture. Here’s a copycat-style recipe you can make at home:
🍽️ Cracker Barrel Meatloaf (Copycat Recipe)
🧾 Ingredients
For the meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (or any buttery crackers)
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the glaze:
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, crushed crackers, onion, bell pepper, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and cheese.
- Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Mix glaze ingredients and spread over the meatloaf.
- Bake for another 30–40 minutes, until fully cooked.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🔥 Tips for Authentic Flavor
- Use buttery crackers (like Ritz) for that signature texture.
- Don’t skip the cheese—it’s a key Cracker Barrel twist.
- Slightly over-sweet glaze is part of the classic taste.
🍽️ What to Serve With
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans
- Mac and cheese
- Biscuits
If you want, I can also give you a healthier version, air fryer method, or the exact restaurant-style gravy version they sometimes serve.
