This delicious gluten-free meatloaf is so easy to make and is loaded with incredible flavor! It makes a wonderfully comforting, hearty family meal any day of the week! This gluten-free meatloaf recipe is made with only a few ingredients and is also dairy free!
If you love meatloaf and are in need of a gluten-free meatloaf recipe then this is the one for you. It uses gluten-free breadcrumbs but almond flour or even oats will also work.
For more easy and delicious gluten-free dinners you may like my chicken parmesan. This stuffed pork tenderloin is also an easy but impressive dish that everyone loves.
In this meatloaf recipe, we are using ground beef but you can also make a gluten free turkey meatloaf. A great alternative if you only have ground turkey on hand.
This version only takes 45 minutes to cook and is super easy to throw together. It is packed with so much flavor and comes out amazingly moist and so delicious. Almost as simple as making meatloaf in the air fryer, except this one is slow-cooked in the oven instead.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- This meatloaf recipe is packed with so much flavor and comes out perfectly juicy every time!
- The sweet and savory tomato glaze is so delicious and it is also refined sugar-free!
- It is easy to make right in a loaf pan.
- It is a hearty, filling main dish that you can serve as a weeknight meal or fancy enough for special occasions.
What is in gluten-free meatloaf?
Gluten-free meatloaf is very similar to classic meatloaf except we use gluten-free breadcrumbs. I also left out the dairy which is usually used to soak the breading to make the meatloaf moister but this came out perfectly moist so it was okay to leave it out.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Ground beef – 90/10 ground beef works best in this recipe.
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs – any brand will work. I used Aleia’s brand.
- Onion – diced white or yellow onion.
- Egg – just one large egg to hold everything together.
- Dijon Mustard – I used Annie’s brand.
- Ketchup – any type of ketchup will work.
- Garlic – fresh garlic works best but garlic powder also works. You will need ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Worcestershire sauce – make sure to use gluten-free.
- Parsely – dried chopped parsley. You could also use chopped fresh parsley.
- Thyme – dried thyme for extra flavor.
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper – enhance all of the flavors.
- For the tomato glaze – ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, maple syrup
How to make gluten-free meatloaf
- Mix all of the meatloaf ingredients in a bowl.
- Form the meat mixture into the bottom of a prepared loaf pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes. Per the recipe card below.
- Mix up the tomato glaze and spread it over the top of the meatloaf.
- Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F and bake the meatloaf for a few more minutes to get the edges and top nice and golden.
- Remove, and let cool. Then slice and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Recipe tips for making meatloaf
- Use good quality ground beef that is 90/10 for the best flavor.
- Don’t overmix the meat. Mix the ingredients just until they are fully combined but be careful not to overmix.
- Line the loaf pan with parchment paper. This helps lift the meatloaf from the pan once it is done cooking.
- Cook the meatloaf until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F. You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer in the center of the meatloaf once it is close to the end of the cooking time.
Recommended Tools for making this recipe
- Mixing bowl
- Parchment paper
- Loaf pan
Servings suggestions
This incredible meatloaf goes well with so many things. Here are a few of my favorites.
- Potatoes and Asparagus
- Kale salad and smashed potatoes
- Brussel sprouts
- Roasted butternut squash
- Air Fryer Broccoli
- Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
Storing and Reheating
Storing – cooked meatloaf can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze meatloaf in an airtight, freezer-friendly container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Defrost in the refrigerator when you are ready to enjoy it!
Reheating – You can easily reheat portions in the microwave or on a pan in the oven at 330 degrees F until warmed through.
More main dishes to try
- Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast
- Healthy Mini Meatloaf
- Perfect 10 Minute Salmon
- Chicken Sausage and Veggies
- Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan
- Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
Check out all of my main dish recipes on PMG!
Did you try this gluten-free meatloaf? If you did then please leave a rating and comment below. I would love to hear how it turned out!
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Healthy Gluten Free Meatloaf – dairy free
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This amazing flavorful gluten-free meatloaf is easy to make for a busy weeknight dinner. It is so moist and delicious and is a meatloaf recipe everyone will love! Plus it is also dairy-free!
Ingredients
For the meatloaf
- 1 lb, lean ground beef – I used 90/10
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 medium onion – diced
- 3 cloves of garlic – minced
- ½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the tomato glaze
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper. Then spray the pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add all of the meatloaf ingredients to a large bowl and mix well to combine using your hands or a fork. Make sure not to overmix.
- Form the meatloaf mixture into the bottom of the loaf pan in an even layer.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, until the internal temperature, reaches 160 degrees F.
- Mix up the glaze by combining all of the glaze ingredients in a small bowl. Then spread the glaze all over the top of the meatloaf.
- Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F and return the glazed loaf back to the oven for a few more minutes to get the top and edges slightly crispier.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then lift it from the pan, place it onto a cutting board or plate and slice and serve it hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meatloaf mixture. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
- Line the pan with parchment paper to easily lift the meatloaf from the pan once it is done cooking.
- Cook the meatloaf until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F. You can check this using a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meatloaf.
- Storing – store fully cooked meatloaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in a freezer-friendly container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight then reheat when you are ready to enjoy it.
- Reheating– you can reheat portions in the microwave or in the oven until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Really informative blog article. Cool.
I’m about to make this recipe for the 3rd time! It is so good. My daughter also has an egg allergy, so I just replace the egg with a flax egg, and it still turns out perfectly! My entire family loves it (which is saying something). Last time I doubled it so we could have leftovers because it was such a hit. Great job on this recipe!