Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Sweet Turkey Meatloaf, a lighter yet irresistibly juicy twist on a classic comfort food. Made with lean ground turkey, a medley of savory spices, and finely diced onion for extra tenderness, this dish gets its signature sweetness from a luscious brown sugar and Dijon mustard glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Balanced with soy sauce and garlic for a subtle umami kick, this easy-to-make meatloaf is prepped in just 15 minutes and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty, wholesome meal that's sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for meal prep and loaded with satisfying flavor, this sweet turkey meatloaf recipe is a must-try for any dinner table.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk together. Let this sit for 5 minutes to soften.
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, softened breadcrumbs, milk, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until fully combined.
Move the turkey mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to form a loaf shape.
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and Dijon mustard to create a glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the turkey meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Calories |
1559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 708 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 5003 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 147.5 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.