Air Fryer Meatloaf
A quick and tasty air fryer meatloaf recipe that brings comfort food to your table, featuring a juicy center and a crispy outer layer.
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper to taste
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Miscellaneous
- Cooking spray For greasing the air fryer basket
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, stir breadcrumbs and milk together and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, onion, egg, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir to combine evenly without overmixing.
- Form the beef mixture into 2 (3- x 4 1/2-inch) rectangles.
Glazing and Cooking
- In a small bowl, stir ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce together and set aside.
- Spray the air fryer basket generously with cooking spray or line with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Add meatloaves to the basket and spray generously with cooking spray.
- Roast in the preheated air fryer until nicely browned, about 20 to 25 minutes, brushing evenly with the ketchup mixture after 18 minutes of cooking.
- Use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read at least 155 degrees F (68 degrees C).
Serving
- Remove the meatloaf from the basket; let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with thyme leaves and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Store any leftover meatloaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze slices of meatloaf for up to 3 months.