Pizza Meatloaf

Pizza Meatloaf packs all your favourite pizza flavours into a juicy, tasty meatloaf topped with melty mozzarella and crispy pepperoni!

Pizza Meatloaf is the ultimate mash-up of two comfort food favourites!

Juicy, seasoned ground beef is topped with classic pizza flavours including mozzarella, pepperoni, and your favourite toppings. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner that delivers all the deliciousness of pizza in a hearty, oven-baked dish.

Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a fun twist on traditional meatloaf!

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Ground Beef – Extra lean ground beef is ideal to prevent excess grease, but lean beef works too. Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter version.
• Breadcrumbs – Italian-style breadcrumbs add seasoning, but plain breadcrumbs with ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning can be substituted. Panko can also be used for a slightly different texture.
• Onion – Yellow onion provides a mild, slightly sweet flavour. White onion can be used for a sharper taste, or swap with onion powder (1 teaspoon) if needed.
• Eggs – Help bind the meatloaf together. There’s no good substitute for eggs in this recipe, but an egg replacer may work if necessary.
• Pizza Sauce – Enhances the pizza flavour in place of traditional ketchup. Marinara or tomato sauce with a pinch of Italian seasoning can be used as a substitute.
• Garlic Powder – Ensures even flavour distribution. Fresh minced garlic (2 cloves) can be used instead.
• Salt & Pepper – Essential seasonings to enhance flavour. Adjust to taste.
• Mozzarella Cheese – Provides a melty, classic pizza topping. Cheddar, provolone, or a pizza blend can be used instead.
• Pepperoni – Turkey pepperoni or plant-based alternatives work well too.
• Olives – Optional, but they bring a briny, salty contrast. Other toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, or jalapeños can be added.

Pizza Meatloaf

Yields: 10 servings | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lb. extra lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup dry Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 2 Large Eggs
• 1 8-oz. can pizza sauce, divided
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 8-12 slices pepperoni
• olives, sliced

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix beef, ¼ cup pizza sauce, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
3. Press the mixture into an 8” round pan.
4. Bake uncovered for 55 minutes or until the center reaches 160°F.
5. Remove from oven and drain any excess drippings.
6. Spread the remaining pizza sauce over the meatloaf, then top with cheese and your favorite pizza toppings.
7. Bake for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.