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Smoked Meatloaf (Pineapple Glaze)

Moist, smoky flavor, and the sweetness of the pineapple glaze makes this smoked meatloaf 10x better than any your mom ever made!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Type Smoked Meat
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 474kcal
Author Will
Cost 15

Equipment

Ingredients

Meatloaf

  • 1 lb ground beef 85:15
  • 1 lb ground pork 85:15
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers Crushed
  • 1 cup carrots grated
  • ½ cup shallots minced
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 oz mozzarella balls
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Pineapple Glaze

  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup pineapple preserves
  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Pre-heat smoker to 225°F with your chosen wood.
  • Add ground beef and ground pork to a large bowl and set aside.
  • Add all other meatloaf ingredients to the bowl and mix well with your hands. Use food grade gloves when mixing. Make sure to not overmix the meatloaf.
    Meatloaf ingredients in a white bowl with ground pork and beef on white plates on the side.
  • Form meatloaf into a loaf using your hands. Form it either into a circle or more long shaped form.
  • Place meatloaf on a grill mat or fine grilling rack. You can use an oven pan, but a cooking surface that allows the juices away from the meatloaf is preferred.
  • Place meatloaf on smoker and smoke until an internal temperature of 140°F.
  • While the meatloaf is cooking, mix the glaze ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
    Pineapple glaze in white dish with a spoon.
  • After the meatloaf has reached 140°F internal, start basting the top of the meatloaf with the glaze. It's best to use a brush to evenly coat the meatloaf.
    Brushing on pineapple glaze onto meatloaf with a red tipped brush.
  • Cook until the meatloaf reaches an internal temp of 160°F when tested with an instant read thermometer. This should take another 30-45 minutes.
  • Once the internal temperature reaches 160°F, remove from the grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice into 1" thick pieces and serve.
  • Pair with your favorite side dishes and Enjoy!
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Notes

  • Make sure to use the minced shallot instead of an onion. Shallots pack a great flavor and adds a unique flavor to this recipe.
  • Use an oak, pecan, or hickory wood for the best smoky flavor.
  • Place the meatloaf on a surface that allows the fat and grease to fall down and away from the meatloaf.

Nutrition

Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 858mg | Potassium: 514mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 2820IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg