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Two slices of egg free meatloaf on a plate with broccoli and mashed potatoes.
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Meatloaf Without Eggs

This delicious meatloaf recipe is made without any eggs or dairy. It's something the whole family will enjoy, even those without food allergies. Honestly, you'll never even taste the difference!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dairy Free Meatloaf, Easy Eggless Meatloaf
Servings: 5
Author: Stacey Adams

Equipment

  • 1 Large sheet pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Food gloves *for mixing *optional
  • Large bowl *for mixing

Ingredients

Meatloaf Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef *80/20% *see note below
  • ¼ small yellow onion *minced finely
  • ¾ cup panko bread crumbs *see note below
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • cup chicken broth *see note below
  • 1 tablespoon mustard *Dijon or regular yellow
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Glaze Ingredients

  • cup ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

Recipe Notes: 

General: Check labels to make sure products are free of allergens you're avoiding.
Ground beef: It's important to use a fattier ground beef for this recipe. The fat really helps bind everything together in the absence of egg. Avoid lean beef which can be dry and crumbly in meatloaf.
Breadcrumbs: Double check ingredients label for egg and milk free if necessary. I use Kikkoman brand.
Broth: I use broth base in this recipe instead of canned broth. This way I don't open and waste part of a can since we don't need the whole thing. Again - check labels. I have come across broth base/chicken bouillon that contained unexpected allergens

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Finely dice onion. Big pieces of onion can cause your loaf to crumble when slicing and they don't always soften fully while baking.
  • Combine ground beef, onion, panko breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, mustard and seasonings in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined, don't over-work as this can lead to tough texture.
    2 pounds ground beef, ¼ small yellow onion, ¾ cup panko bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, ⅓ cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon mustard, 2 tablespoons Italian seasonings, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Form mixture into a loaf shape on a foil lined baking sheet. I eyeball it and make my meatloaf approximately the size of my bread pan (9x5x3 inches).
  • Bake meatloaf for 45 minutes! In the meantime, make your glaze. Whisk ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar together in a small bowl until sugars dissolve.
    ⅔ cup ketchup, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • Remove loaf from the oven, brush with glaze, then bake an additional 20 minutes. 
  • When loaf reaches internal temp of 155°F, remove from the oven and let it rest 10-15 minutes on the baking sheet. It will continue to cook while resting. Allow it to reach 160°F.
  • TIP: Don't skip rest time. It's important and allows juices to redistribute throughout the meat. It also makes slicing way easier.
  • Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy! My favorites are mashed potatoes and green beans.

Storing Leftovers:

  • Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3-4 days. You can also store frozen for up to 3-4 months. Wrap tightly for freezer storage to avoid freezer burn. Reheat in the microwave until warmed through completely, cover with a damp paper towel while reheating to restore moisture.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1/5th of recipe (all values approximate). | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.6g