Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatloaf - All the flavors of Thanksgiving incorporated into an easy weeknight meatloaf
I know it's not even Halloween yet, but I'm totally craving Thanksgiving dinner. If you follow me on Facebook then you know I've even been having horrifying dreams about Thanksgiving, where my guests arrive and as I start serving dinner, I realize I've forgotten to roast the bird! Yep, I've got it bad. Thanksgiving Fever has set in.
I wasn't quite ready to start roasting a whole bird, but I so wanted the flavors of the holiday. Enter the Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatloaf.
As I was thinking about how I wanted to actually get this meatloaf done, I knew I wanted to incorporate stuffing. I've tried that meatloaf recipe floating around Pinterest where you sub stuffing instead of breadcrumbs, and I'll be honest, I didn't love it. So instead of that, I decided to use stuffing as it was intended. I stuffed it in the center!
I usually jam my meatloaves full of shredded or shaved veggies. You can totally still do that with this one, but I was looking to make something totally different than my usual meatloaf.
As I got my mixture together, oven preheated, and loaf pan ready to go, I remembered I happened to pick up mini loaf pans at The Dollar Store the day before. Awesome! My plan for those was originally mini banana breads, but mini meatloaves sounded way better!
If you can't get your hands on mini loaf pans
, go ahead and just plop it in a regular loaf pan. If you don't have a regular loaf pan, just shape it into a loaf pan
on a baking sheet pan
. See I've got you covered.
So, if you are wanting Thanksgiving flavor without actually cooking a meal that takes hours, give my Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatloaf a try!
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Erlene says
What a great idea! I'll have to remember this recipe the next time I make meatloaf. I really like the idea of putting a cranberry glaze on a turkey meatloaf.
foodyschmoody says
Oh, thanks so much Erlene.
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
Bite size and PERFECT!!!
Cookin Canuck says
This is such a fun idea, and I love that you used stuffing in this meatloaf.
Stephanie @ Back For Seconds says
What a fabulous idea!! Sounds comforting and delicious!
Patty Haxton Anderson says
Very budget friendly recipe and I love the Thanksgiving theme.
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
I've been looking for new versions of meatloaf lately so I cannot wait to try this one!
Tara says
What a fantastic looking recipe, I just love it!!
Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says
You are getting me in the Thanksgiving mood with this meatloaf...and it's so easy too! LOVE!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
That's okay because I'm craving Christmas cookies. 😀
And meatloaf! That's something I haven't had in 10 years. I should probably try a meatloaf that's not my mother's, huh? 😉
foodyschmoody says
Ha! Yes, you should most definitely eat a meatloaf that is not your moms, lol. Christmas cookies? Maybe I'll be on to Christmas next week, lol!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
I've also had Thanksgiving dinner on the brain. Great idea for a meatloaf!
Debra says
Yum! This looks delicious - I haven't thought of glazing with cranberries, brilliantly tasty!!!
The Food Hunter says
I love mini!!
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
Love this perfectly portioned meatloaf!
Ginny McMeans says
I think the mini loaves are a great idea. Since they wuld cook more quickly I think they would stay more moist.
Healing Tomato says
I like your wonderful pics and recipes. Cranberry as a glaze is a terrific idea.
foodyschmoody says
Thank you Rini!
Bea says
Now that sounds like an absolute nightmare - the guest are arriving, everything is ready but the bird that is still in the fridge…
What a great way to get started on your Thanksgiving flavors with this great turkey meatloaf.
foodyschmoody says
I know, that dream has been rattling me ever since!
Jamie H says
What a fun change from traditional meatloaf! I love the Thanksgiving feel! Pinning.
foodyschmoody says
Thanks Jamie, I appreciate that.
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
Hello delicious meatloaf, so nice to see you again. I can't wait to try this.
Paula - bell'alimento says
We're suckers for a good meatloaf around here! Especially love this glaze!
Meseidy Rivera says
This is a great make ahead meal! Love the glaze!
Nutmeg Nanny says
I love meatloaf and i Love cranberries so together it must create a flavor party in the mouth!
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
omg this is brilliant! i can't wait to try it!
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says
How cool! It's like Thanksgiving in a Loaf!
Kellie @ The Suburban Soapbox says
I love the fall twist on this meatloaf. I'm a huge fan of meatloaf and this is a fun way to mix it up.
Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says
I actually have a mini loaf pan! So this is perfect combined with my husband's love for all things cranberry!
foodyschmoody says
If he's a cranberry fan he'll love this.
Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry! says
Love the idea of the cranberry glaze! Brilliant!
Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says
What a fun combo!
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
That is one yummy looking meatloaf! We're going to be trying that for sure! Thanks for linking it up with us at Foodie Fridays!
Joanne T Ferguson says
G'day Sounds and looks great! YUM!
Cheers!Joanne
lizzy wermuth says
This is SO CREATIVE! I have never thought to use cranberry on meatloaf but it looks like a really nice change! Maybe I will make for thanksgiving!
linda spiker says
I love the idea of using cranberry sauce on meatloaf! It gives a simple dish a holiday vibe!