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    Published: Sep 2, 2018 · by: jenniferbanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

    Instant Pot Meatloaf

    This easy Instant Pot Meatloaf comes together quickly with minimum cleanup and only uses 1 pound of meat.  It's perfect for smaller families!

    Instant pot meatloaf

    Related: I get all of my grass fed beef and pasture raised chicken from Butcher Box.  Read my honest review here.

    This easy Instant Pot Meatloaf comes together quickly with minimum cleanup and only uses 1 pound of meat.  It's perfect for smaller families!

    I love using my Instant Pot on the regular for all of my meat dishes including:

    • Instant Pot Chicken Breast
    • Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
    • Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks
    • Pot Roast
    • Pulled Pork
    • Ribs
    • Rump Roast

    HOW TO MAKE MEATLOAF IN THE INSTANT POT

    The key to this Instant Pot meatloaf is mixing your ingredients thoroughly, and using a piece of foil to form the loaf.

    You could use a small loaf pan that fits inside the Instant Pot, but I think the foil worked perfectly and I didn't want to have to buy a special pan.

    instant pot meatloaf ingredients

    “As an Amazon Associate and Butcher Box Affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.”

    The ingredients in this instant pot meatloaf are ground beef (I like to get mine from Butcherbox and you can get free bacon save $15 off of your first box!), grated onion, almond flour (I used my tutorial for how to make almond flour), heavy cream, egg, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

    I used almond flour to keep this meatloaf keto, but you can definitely use breadcrumbs instead.

    I combined all of the ingredients with the best tool...my hands!  I laid out a sheet of foil and put the meat mixture on top, then I formed the loaf.

    I crinkled the foil around the meatloaf and I put it in the instant pot, on the rack.  I also added 1 cup of water into the pot.

    meatloaf in the instant pot

    I sealed the lid and I set the Instant pot to cook for 20 minutes at high pressure.  When the time was up, I let the pressure release for 10 minutes.

    For the glaze on top of the meatloaf, I mixed together ketchup, soy sauce, sweetener, and apple cider vinegar.  I spooned it over the top and had some leftover for dipping.

    If you want, you can put the meatloaf under the broiler for a few minutes.

    Instant Pot meatloaf

    I like to serve this Instant Pot Meatloaf with mashed cauliflower and blistered green beans...so good!!!

    INSTANT POT MEATLOAF VIDEO:

    Instant pot meatloaf

    Instant Pot Meatloaf

    This easy Instant Pot Meatloaf comes together quickly with minimum cleanup and only uses 1 pound of meat.  It's perfect for smaller families!
    4.71 from 27 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Natural Pressure Release: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 234kcal
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Ground Beef
    • ½ cup Heavy cream
    • 1 Egg
    • ½ cup Almond flour or breadcrumbs (click here to see my favorite brand)
    • ½ Onion, grated or finely minced
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • ½ teaspoon mustard powder

    For the glaze

    • 2 Tablespoons Ketchup (sugar free for keto)
    • 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
    • 1 Tablespoon Granular Sweetener (Click here to see my favorite on Amazon)
    • 1 Tablespoon Apple cider vinegar

    Instructions

    • Mix all of the meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl.  Lay out a piece of foil about 18 inch x 18 inch square.  Pour the meatloaf mixture into the center of the foil and for into a loaf shape.  Crinkle the foil around the meatloaf.
    • Pour 1 cup of water into the instant pot, followed by the rack.  Put the foil wrapped meatloaf onto the rack and seal the lid.  Set the timer to cook for 25 minutes at high pressure.  Natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
    • Remove the meatloaf onto a baking sheet.  Set aside.
    • In a small bowl, mix together all of the glaze ingredients.  Spoon half of the mixture on top of the meatloaf.
    • Optional: Place the glazed meatloaf under the broiler for a few minutes to caramelize.
    • Slice the meatloaf and serve with extra glaze

    Jennifer's tips

    nutrition per serving (keto version): 234 calories / 2g carbs / 17g fat / 18g protein
    Servings: 6

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 234kcal

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Watch how to make it

    Keyword :gluten free, instant pot meatloaf recipe, recipe for meatloaf

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      Recipe Reviews




    1. JC says

      November 02, 2022 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      I tried this recipe again and it came out great in the oven at 350 degrees With ground chuck for 45 min. I Baked it on a broiler pan so all the grease would drain off. Then put the glaze on and broiled it a little on top. This turned out great!! Has a wonderful flavor.

      Reply
    2. John Coffman says

      July 23, 2022 at 6:51 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome! More than the sum of it's parts.

      Reply
    3. Ken Easterling says

      March 06, 2022 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      I love meatloaf, especially when it is so good like this one.

      Reply
    4. JD Tilford says

      November 20, 2020 at 8:01 pm

      1 star
      Maybe this to the letter. Came out of the pot undercooked and mushy. Had to cook in the oven another 15m at 400 and even then it just fell apart. Ill just make meatloaf the good old fashion way.

      Reply
      • ~ Sonja says

        August 05, 2022 at 8:50 pm

        mine too! I made this tonight and ended up having to fry the slices to cook them a little more. But hubby said he didn't mind a little pink, he'd rather have that then it be overdone! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Rachel Booth says

      June 20, 2020 at 10:25 am

      This was really flavorful and easy. I would suggest using a very lean ground beef. I accidentally used 27/63 and it was too moist with the fat. Barely held together to cut it. Will use 93/7 next time and I bet it will be perfect!!!

      Reply
    6. Terry says

      March 28, 2020 at 9:18 pm

      5 stars
      Recipe was perfect and cooked perfect as it is just my husband and I.

      Reply
    7. Jenny says

      January 26, 2020 at 7:12 pm

      5 stars
      This was awesome! My kiddo's 2 and 7years loved it. I doubled the recipe and went ahead and made the sauce, everyone loved it. All I had was 2 small sweet onions so I grated them both up and put them in the meatloaf mix. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • barclay says

        March 31, 2020 at 5:18 am

        did you keep the cook time the same when you doubled it?

        Reply
    8. Elaina N. says

      January 15, 2020 at 4:16 pm

      I’m assuming you push “pressure cook” on your IP right? Sorry if a dumb question. I’m new to IP. Lol ?
      Cooking mine now! Hope it turns out great!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 16, 2020 at 7:56 am

        That is correct! I will include that in the instructions because I know all electric pressure cookers are different

        Reply
      • Elaina N. says

        January 16, 2020 at 9:30 am

        Turned out amazing! ⭐️
        Thank you! ❤️

        Reply
    9. Jenny (from British Columbia) says

      January 14, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      Jennifer, do you know of anyone using a glass (pyrex) baking dish in the Insta-pot ? Most of my pans are glass as I'm a bit wary of aluminum. I just got my IP and still a bit nervous. Don't want to blow up the glass dish, and the pot along with it.
      Thank you for this meatloaf recipe. Preparing it now but I'm going to use foil till I hear (hopefully) back on replies.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 16, 2020 at 8:02 am

        I've read that you can but I haven't tried it. I like to use a round Corelle casserole dish for my pot in pot.

        Reply
        • Paco says

          June 21, 2020 at 11:57 pm

          I put a square Pyrex dish upside down- on the trivet and the meatloaf on that for the 25 min +10 min release. No problem. (I failed the foil proficiency part). There was an IP dessert website using 6 small squat mason jars for chocolate mousse and more. Basically the liquid broth or water is the secret to not cracking glass cookware in the IP.

    10. Mason says

      January 11, 2020 at 7:48 pm

      4 stars
      This was amazing, even though the soy isn't Keto, I don't feel it was enough to ruin my diet. I was really pleased with the recipe. Thanks.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 12, 2020 at 10:27 am

        You could also use coconut aminos

        Reply
    11. Tracy says

      December 19, 2019 at 7:44 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks so much! Have made this 3x already and it's a fave.

      Reply
    12. Sylvia says

      November 15, 2019 at 9:09 pm

      Use coconut amminos if you're keto. Soy is not keto

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 18, 2019 at 9:22 am

        Hi Sylvia, there is no rule that says soy is not keto. Keto is simply less carbs. If you are allergic to soy, then please use coconut aminos.

        Reply
    13. Shay says

      June 13, 2019 at 1:21 pm

      I’m planing to make it for my family, but we don’t have IP 🙁
      For how long and on what temperature can I cook the same recipe in the oven?
      Thank you in advance

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        June 13, 2019 at 6:58 pm

        I would do 45 minutes at 350

        Reply
    14. Paulette B says

      June 12, 2019 at 9:07 am

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious

      Reply
    15. Terry says

      May 22, 2019 at 7:17 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe tonight and it was awesome I had a salad with it. My husband loved it and he is usually very picky.

      Reply
    16. Michelle says

      April 11, 2019 at 4:55 pm

      Making this tonight and all the comments make me super excited to try it!

      Reply
    17. LaraChick says

      March 22, 2019 at 6:35 am

      5 stars
      This amazing recipe has become a staple in my house, my whole family loves it. Thank you!

      Reply
    18. Gerry says

      March 01, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      The meatloaf recipe looks good, but I have a question. I try to keep foil away from the food, so would it be ok to line the foil bowl with parchment paper?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        March 01, 2019 at 2:33 pm

        yes, that is a great idea!

        Reply
    19. Josie says

      February 23, 2019 at 7:34 pm

      Can I use silicone muffin liners to make mini loaves? Would that change the cooking time?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 24, 2019 at 2:54 pm

        That would definitely change the cook time. I would start with 10 minutes

        Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 24, 2019 at 2:57 pm

        yes, the time would need to be less. I would start with 10 minutes

        Reply
    20. Fran Mesick says

      February 16, 2019 at 8:48 am

      I have used almond flour in other recipes and have not been pleased with the texture of the food. I was wondering if I could substitute crushed pork rinds and if so, how much? Do you find that using almond flour as a filler would affect the texture of the meat loaf as it does with other baked dishes, i.e. muffins, biscuits, desserts, etc.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 17, 2019 at 8:57 am

        I think crushed pork rinds would work as well. I would use the same amount

        Reply
    21. Christa Thompson says

      February 03, 2019 at 10:00 pm

      Could I use ground turkey instead?! Would the cook time be different?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 05, 2019 at 4:32 pm

        yes and it would be the same cook time

        Reply
        • Christa says

          February 09, 2019 at 8:01 pm

          Thank you!!!! It was so DELICIOUS!!!!

    22. Sally says

      January 22, 2019 at 10:26 am

      Jennifer, I plan on making this recipe tonight. If I used 2 lbs of meat how much more time do I need to program?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 22, 2019 at 3:12 pm

        I would add 10 minutes

        Reply
      • Doug says

        August 14, 2019 at 5:36 pm

        2 stars
        The flavor was wonderful, I did add italian spices, it came out of the IP soup not holding together. I think the added cream was to much, over kill.

        Reply
    23. Jimmy says

      January 20, 2019 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness. What a great recipe for meatloaf. I had this with keto coldslaw on the side and it was amazing. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    24. Jessica says

      January 16, 2019 at 9:34 am

      I know it’s not considered keto but could I use full fat milk instead of the heavy cream? I have all other ingredients so if I could prevent a trip to the store that would be great ! Lol

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 16, 2019 at 11:54 am

        Yes, that would work fine

        Reply
    25. Sarah says

      January 13, 2019 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      Did you cover the meatloaf completely, or leave the top open and keep foil up to sides?

      I'll be trying this tonight along with keto ketchup. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 13, 2019 at 1:25 pm

        Just up the sides

        Reply
    26. David says

      January 12, 2019 at 8:27 pm

      pouring half of the glaze over the meatloaf....what do you do with the other half of the glaze? Serve it on the side? Pour it over the potatoes or potato substitute?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 13, 2019 at 1:28 pm

        You serve it with the meatloaf. Thanks for bringing that to my attention! I updated the post.

        Reply
    27. Pegi Lee Ackerman says

      January 11, 2019 at 5:05 am

      Just recently got my instapot.........................once I find a cookbook or some directions, I plan to use mine. Have a friend who has two of them, and she uses both...............

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 12, 2019 at 8:53 am

        I have lots of Instant pot recipes here! https://jenniferbanz.com/instant-pot

        Reply
    28. Laura says

      January 07, 2019 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      This was my first attempt using the Instant Pot and t was absolutely delicious! I did end up broiling it for 10 minutes afterward, and it was soooo good! My husband loved it!

      Reply
    29. Sharise Cunningham says

      December 26, 2018 at 8:55 am

      5 stars
      So simple. So delicious! My IP wound up not sealing properly so I got the dreaded "burn" notice after a while. Rather than waiting to re-seal I went ahead and glazed the loaf and finished it in the oven for about 16 minutes since that was already heated. It was so beautiful but I forgot to take a pic. It was gone in minutes! Quite the hit at the family Christmas potluck. I will definitely make it again and probably 2 at a time. Thanks Jennifer!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        December 26, 2018 at 4:21 pm

        I wonder why your pot did that? Did you put the meatloaf on the trivet with the water underneath? Thank you for the review!

        Reply
    30. Marc Paulin says

      December 02, 2018 at 9:37 am

      5 stars
      How do you prevent the loaf from stewing in its own ground beef fat in the "foil bowl"? Do you punch a hole at the bottom or just let it cook in it and drain after?
      By the way, I'm cooking this one for the family tonight! 🙂

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        December 02, 2018 at 12:23 pm

        You could do either successfully

        Reply
        • Marc Paulin says

          December 03, 2018 at 8:48 am

          5 stars
          And it was a hit! I'll have to triple the quantity of that glaze because it disappeared fast. I decided not to pierce the foil bowl which turned out great since I used lean ground beef.

    31. LaraChick says

      November 21, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      This meatloaf was a huge hit for my family, going to try doubling it today - any other tips are appreciated!!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 23, 2018 at 12:53 pm

        I'm so glad y'all liked it!

        Reply
    32. Prema says

      November 17, 2018 at 10:35 am

      5 stars
      My family adored this meatloaf. Something about using a pressure cooker changes the the texture of the meat to be more dense than when baking in an oven.
      Do we need to double the cooking time when doubling the recipe?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 19, 2018 at 10:38 am

        I would definitely double the cooking time.

        Reply
    33. Gayle Williams says

      November 10, 2018 at 8:59 pm

      5 stars
      I made it tonight for dinner. It was so moist and flavorful and the glaze is the crowning glory!!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 12, 2018 at 10:14 am

        So glad you liked it!

        Reply
    34. Laurie Jones says

      November 05, 2018 at 2:56 pm

      I don't have a rack for my instapot. Any suggestions? Also, any ideas to make the sauce keto friendly if I dont have any sugar free ketchup?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 07, 2018 at 9:15 am

        I really would try to find a rack or use something to keep the meatloaf out of the water. You could make your own sugar free ketchup! https://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/healthier-homemade-tomato-ketchup/

        Reply
      • RedTinaRN says

        December 06, 2018 at 9:39 am

        You could ball up aluminum foil and spiral it around the bottom of the pot to set your meatloaf bowl on. That should work!

        Reply
    35. Cynthia says

      October 22, 2018 at 3:20 pm

      Do I need to double all ingredients if I want to make a 2 pound loaf? Thank you in advance!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 22, 2018 at 3:55 pm

        I would

        Reply
        • Tammy McDonald says

          January 15, 2019 at 5:17 pm

          How much extra time would you cook it for if you doubled the recipe?

        • jenniferbanz says

          January 16, 2019 at 11:54 am

          I would add 10 minutes

    36. Aimee Shugarman says

      October 22, 2018 at 7:08 am

      5 stars
      I love using my instant pot, and this tender meatloaf is a hit with my family!

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 22, 2018 at 10:34 am

        So glad you liked it!

        Reply
    37. Wilhelmina Wessel says

      October 22, 2018 at 5:42 am

      5 stars
      I will be giving this a try!

      Reply
    38. Lori Coble says

      October 16, 2018 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      Love this! It is super easy to make. The foil idea is ingenious; my Instant Pot looks unused! The meatloaf is delicious and the sauce is the perfect touch. Thank you, Jennifer!

      Reply
    39. Shadi Hasanzade says

      October 16, 2018 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      I love my instant Pot and use it all the time! Can’t wait to try this!

      Reply
    40. Claire says

      October 16, 2018 at 4:23 pm

      5 stars
      My kids just loved this!
      So tender and packed with flavour. And that glaze was delicious!

      Reply

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