Air Fryer Meatloaf

This air fryer meatloaf is savory and juicy with nice golden crisp edges. It's brushed with a delicious tangy glaze and takes just 20 minutes to cook!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 297 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
• cooking spray
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
• 1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

To make the meatloaf: Stir breadcrumbs and milk together in a medium bowl and let sit for 5 minutes. Add beef, onion, egg, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir to combine evenly without overmixing.

Step 2

Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Meanwhile, form beef mixture into 2 (3- x 4 1/2-inch) rectangles. 

Step 3

To make the glaze: Stir ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce together in a small bowl and set aside. 

Step 4

Spray air fryer basket generously with cooking spray or line with parchment paper for easier clean up. Add meatloaves to basket and spray generously with cooking spray. Roast in the preheated air fryer until nicely browned, about 20 to 22 minutes, brushing evenly with ketchup mixture after 18 minutes of cooking. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 155 degrees F (68 degrees C).

Step 5

Remove meatloaf from basket; let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with thyme leaves and serve.