Halloween Brain Meatloaf
Halloween Brain Meatloaf is a fun and spooky dish that will be the highlight of your Halloween festivities. Shaped like a brain and glazed with a savory blend of ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce, this meatloaf is both delicious and visually striking. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, it combines seasoned ground beef with the right amount of sweetness to create an unforgettable flavor experience. Get ready to delight your guests with this creative culinary twist that’s sure to spark laughter and conversation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup ketchup (divided)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic powder, and half the ketchup until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a brain form on the baking sheet, creating grooves for texture.
- For the glaze, combine remaining ketchup with brown sugar and soy sauce; spread over the meatloaf.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg