Snoop Dogg’s Easy Meatloaf

This recipe is inspired by the meatloaf Snoop Dogg has shared in his cookbook From Crook to Cook. It’s a comforting, flavorful meatloaf with a sweet and tangy glaze.

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

• 2 pounds (900 g) ground beef (80/20)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

For the Glaze

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Meatloaf

In a large bowl, combine:

• Ground beef
• Breadcrumbs
• Eggs
• Onion
• Garlic
• Milk
• Ketchup
• Worcestershire sauce
• Dijon mustard
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Smoked paprika
• Parsley

Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

3. Shape

• Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan or on the baking sheet.

4. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Ketchup
• Brown sugar
• Dijon mustard
• Apple cider vinegar

Spread half of the glaze over the meatloaf.

5. Bake

• Bake for 45 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and spread the remaining glaze on top.
• Return to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Rest and Serve

• Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with:

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Macaroni and cheese
• Green beans
• Roasted vegetables
• Cornbread

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Cook: 60–65 minutes
• Rest: 10 minutes
• Total: About 1 hour 25 minutes
• Servings: 6–8

Tips

• For extra moisture, use an 80/20 ground beef blend.
• You can substitute half the beef with ground pork for an even richer flavor.
• Leftovers make excellent sandwiches the next day with toasted bread and a little extra glaze.