Gluten Free Meatloaf

This Easy Gluten-Free Meatloaf is a classic comfort food recipe made with lean ground beef, savory seasonings, and tender gluten-free oats. Finished with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze, it bakes up juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy family dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Gluten-Free Meatloaf

Simple ingredients and easy preparation make this recipe a weeknight favorite. The combination of beef, seasonings, and oats creates a tender texture while the glaze adds the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor.

The secret to this Easy Gluten-Free Meatloaf is using gluten-free oats to help keep the loaf moist and tender without the need for traditional breadcrumbs. Every slice is hearty, satisfying, and packed with homemade flavor.

Whether you’re serving it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple side salad, this Gluten-Free Meatloaf is a dependable dinner recipe that the whole family will enjoy. It’s comforting, filling, and just as delicious the next day.

Meatloaf

Servings

6

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

350

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 small onion diced

  • 1 egg

  • 3/4 cup gluten free oats

  • 1 garlic clove

  • 1 TBS Gluten free worcestershire sauce

  • 1 TBS yellow mustard

  • 3 TBS ketchup

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp pepper

  • TOPPING INGREDIENTS
  • 1/4 cup ketchup

  • 1 tbs yellow mustard

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spray a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, use your hands and mix together the beef, onion, egg, garlic, worcestershire sauce, oats, mustard, ketchup, salt and pepper.
  • Put the mixture in the loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl mix together to topping ingredients and spread over the top of the mixture.
  • Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Friendly: Gluten-free oats and gluten-free Worcestershire sauce keep this recipe safe for gluten-free diets.
    Mix Gently: Use your hands and avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
    Moisture Tip: The egg, oats, and ketchup help keep the meatloaf juicy and flavorful.
    Sweet Topping Balance: The brown sugar topping adds classic sweetness—reduce slightly if you prefer less sweet.
    Make Ahead: Assemble the meatloaf up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
    Storage: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat nicely.

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