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    Home / Recipes / Dinner / Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Italian Keto Meatloaf

    Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Italian Keto Meatloaf

    May 28, 2018 by Keto Cooking Christian 13 Comments

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    All the classic Italian meatloaf flavors wrapped around gooey mozzarella cheese then encased in a savory bacon weave. Meatloaf just doesn't get any better!

    bacon wrapped meatloaf on white plate
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    • What's in Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Keto Meatloaf
    • How to Make Keto Stuffed Meatloaf
    • Are There Carbs in Meatloaf
    • Tips for the Best Keto Meatloaf
    • What Keto Sides Can I Serve with Bacon Weaved Stuffed Meatloaf?
    • For More Keto Recipes with Bacon

    This old family favorite gets a makeover into something really special!  The bacon weave that covers this baby is beautiful to look at, but it also lends an incredible amount of flavor!  

    bacon weave wrapped meatloaf

    This Keto meatloaf is made similar to these Italian Meatballs, with all the same Italian flavors, but it doesn't stop there. It's then generously stuffed with mozzarella cheese because...well, why not?!?  

    Make this recipe and you will be sure to impress anyone you serve it to!

    What's in Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Keto Meatloaf

    • Ground beef
    • Ground pork
    • Uncured bacon
    • Yellow onion
    • Garlic cloves
    • Heavy whipping cream
    • Mozzarella cheese
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Eggs
    • Tomato paste
    • Dried parsley
    • Garlic salt
    • Dried basil
    • Fresh basil
    • Ground black pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Keto Stuffed Meatloaf

    Preheat oven to 400°F

    In a large bowl, add the eggs, parmesan cheese, tomato paste, heavy cream, onions and all the spices, mix well.

    Add in the ground beef and pork, and mix until combined, but do not over mix.  Set the bowl aside and grab your bacon!

    Lay out half of the strips of bacon vertically, very close together, on a piece of parchment paper sprayed with nonstick spray.

    Fold back every other piece of bacon and lay a strip of bacon tightly close to the piece running horizontally.

    Put the folded pieces back and fold back the other set of bacon strips, adding another piece horizontally.

    how to make a bacon weave

    Continue the process until you have used all the strips of bacon and it looks something like this.

    Add the meatloaf mixture over the top of the bacon weave and spread out evenly.

    Add the shredded mozzarella down the middle and use the parchment paper to help you roll it into a loaf shape.

    Place a baking dish over the top and invert the loaf so that the weave is on top.

    Make sure the sides are sealed up with the meat mixture and no cheese is showing on either side.

    Bake for 1 hour and check during the last 15 minutes to make sure the bacon is not burning. If it’s getting too browned, cover with aluminum foil for the remaining cooking time.

    Cooking times might vary depending on the thickness of the meatloaf. On average, it takes 1 hour, but be sure to check with a meat thermometer to make sure it's cooked through.

    Remove from the oven and allow to rest slightly before serving.

    Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Italian Meatloaf - Keto and Low Carb

    Are There Carbs in Meatloaf

    The amount of carbs in traditional meat loaf comes from the breading that is typically used. Good news though! This Keto meatloaf doesn't include any carby fillers making this an excellent recipe for anyone on Keto or low carb diets.

    Tips for the Best Keto Meatloaf

    • Try not to overwork the meatloaf when mixing in the other ingredients because it can cause it to become too packed.
    • You can make this in individual sized loaves and just wrap the bacon in a criss cross around the each one. Adjust the cooking time as these will cook a lot faster.
    • You can used ground chicken in place of the beef but you'll need the sausage for the extra flavor and fat.
    • If you want to add extra veggies to your low carb meatloaf, try adding sautéed bell pepper or jalapenos.

    What Keto Sides Can I Serve with Bacon Weaved Stuffed Meatloaf?

    • Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
    • Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Mashed Cauliflower
    • Parmesan Baked Artichoke Hearts
    • Easy Creamed Spinach
    • Cauliflower Mushroom Risotto
    bacon weave wrapped meatloaf

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    • Brussels Sprouts with Hot Bacon Dressing
    • Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
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    Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Italian Keto Meatloaf

    I take an old favorite, and make it into something really special!  The bacon weave that covers this baby is beautiful to look at, but it also lends an incredible amount of flavor!
    5 from 5 votes
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 10
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    PREP 10 minutes mins
    COOK 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    TOTAL 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 1 lb ground pork
    • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • 2 whole eggs
    • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
    • 2 teaspoons garlic salt
    • 1 teaspoon dried basil
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 12 ounces sliced bacon

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F
    • In a large bowl, add the eggs, parmesan cheese, tomato paste, heavy cream, onions and all the spices, mix well. Add in the ground beef and pork, and mix until combined, but do not over mix.  Set the bowl aside and grab your bacon!
    • Lay out half of the strips of bacon vertically, very close together, on a piece of parchment paper sprayed with nonstick spray.  Fold back every other piece of bacon and lay a strip of bacon tightly close to the piece running horizontally. Put the folded pieces back and fold back the other set of bacon strips, adding another piece horizontally.  Continue the process until you have used all the strips of bacon.
    • Add the meatloaf mixture over the top of the bacon weave and spread out evenly.  Add the shredded cheddar down the middle and use the parchment paper to help you roll it into a loaf shape.  Place a baking dish over the top and invert the loaf so that the weave is on top.  Make sure the sides are sealed up with the meat mixture and no cheese is showing on either side.
    • Bake for 60-80 minutes and check during the last 15 minutes to make sure the bacon is not burning. If it’s getting too browned, cover with aluminum foil for the remaining cooking time.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to rest slightly before serving.

    Recipe Notes

    Cooking time might vary depending on how thick your meatloaf is.  Mine took exactly 1 hour, so be sure to check with a meat thermometer to make sure it's cooked through.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Calories 438kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Italian Keto Meatloaf
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    438
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    20
    g
    31
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    11
    g
    69
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    2
    g
    1
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    28
    g
    56
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    1. Cheryl

      May 08, 2022 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      I have made this several times and everybody loves the flavor and the wow-factor of this meatloaf!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        May 10, 2022 at 11:46 am

        Oh, how I love hearing this! Thanks for the comment!

        Reply
    2. Johanna W

      January 31, 2021 at 4:31 pm

      5 stars
      I've made this a few times and we love it! I make one small change....I use mini Babybel cheese in the center instead of mozzarella. The Babybels don't leak out when they melt. Delicious! Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 31, 2021 at 9:21 pm

        Sounds good, glad it turned out well for you!

        Reply
    3. Jackie Greenway

      August 15, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      How many net carbs are in this recipe?

      Reply
    4. Lisa E Kelly

      June 11, 2020 at 2:43 am

      At what point do you use the 2 Tablespoons of butter?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        June 11, 2020 at 10:40 am

        You don't, that was a typo, sorry for the confusion!

        Reply
    5. Sarah

      May 14, 2020 at 8:52 pm

      5 stars
      Where is the nutritional information on this recipe? We loved it!

      Reply
    6. Molly DuBose

      April 25, 2019 at 2:14 pm

      Hi - there are so many types of bacon - is one better then the other besides flavor preference? Not sure if thick cut or thin cut or which would work out better. Thanks!

      PS - Husband has been on a camping trip and comes back in a few days and hoping to prepare for him for dinner as a welcome back. I am sure he will love it either way.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        April 25, 2019 at 5:10 pm

        Hi Molly,
        Personally, I use uncured bacon that is thinly sliced. I think either would work, I'm just partial to the thinner cut for this recipe. I hope that helps and that your husband enjoys it!

        Reply
    7. Kionna

      March 26, 2019 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      What’s the macros for this recipe?

      Reply
    8. Nicole Dabbs

      February 11, 2019 at 2:53 pm

      5 stars
      I made this last night. It was great! Thanks for sharing your recipe.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        February 11, 2019 at 2:54 pm

        Hi Nicole,
        Glad to hear you enjoyed the meatloaf!

        Reply

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