Classic Meatloaf Glaze Recipe With Brown Sugar
A sweet, tangy, and savory brown sugar glaze that creates a glossy, caramelized topping for homemade meatloaf. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this quick sauce adds rich flavor and beautiful finish to any meatloaf.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup (8 servings)
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 1 ½ teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine ketchup, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Whisk thoroughly until smooth and the brown sugar is fully dissolved.
- When the meatloaf has 15–20 minutes of baking time remaining, remove it from the oven and spread the glaze evenly over the top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and the glaze is caramelized.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Increase brown sugar for a sweeter glaze.
- Add Dijon mustard or chili sauce for a subtle kick.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes if a thicker consistency is desired.
- Store refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- This glaze works well on burgers, meatballs, and grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 30 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
