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    Home » Keto Dinner Ideas » Crockpot Keto Meatloaf

    Published: Apr 20, 2022 · Modified: Nov 17, 2022 by Carolyn

    Crockpot Keto Meatloaf

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    This is the ultimate keto meatloaf recipe! Super juicy and flavorful, it comes out perfectly every time. And making it in your crockpot means clean up is a snap.

    Keto meatloaf with bbq sauce in a crockpot lined with foil.

    Have you ever made keto meatloaf in a slow cooker? Trust me, once you try it, you may never make it any other way again. It’s so tender and juicy, it almost melts in your mouth.

    Paired with some creamy mashed cauliflower, it’s a hearty and healthy comfort food meal. And slathering it in a little Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce doesn’t hurt either.

    My family adores this keto meatloaf recipe, so I turn to it frequently. It’s nice to have one of those sure-fire hits in your dinner repertoire. Happy tummies and no complaining make it one of our favorite easy keto dinners.

    Fans love it too! I first published this recipe in 2015, and decided it needed a bit of an update. I didn’t change the fantastic flavor, but now it’s even lower in carbs.

    A white platter with keto meatloaf, with a few slices cut into the front.

    Why you must try this recipe

    Cooking meatloaf in a slow cooker has several distinct advantages. Slow cookers produce a gentle, moist heat, ensuring that your keto meatloaf doesn’t dry out.

    You can also time your meal to be ready when you are. Simply program your crockpot for a delayed start, or let the finished meatloaf stay warm in the pot after cooking. Either way, it’s ready when you get home from work.

    And clean up is easy too! Just pour out the juices and soak your crockpot insert in soapy water.

    Reader Testimonials

    “This was the best keto meatloaf we’ve tried. The texture was excellent, very flavorful and you couldn’t tell it was low carb. EXCELLENT!!!” — Jill

    “Super love this meatloaf! This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!” — Allyssa

    “This is one of my favorite weeknight meals. Not too dry, but very moist. My family loves this!” — Sandy

    Ingredients you need

    Top down image of the ingredients labeled for crockpot keto meatloaf
    • Ground meat: I like to use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for more moisture and flavor, but you can use ground beef alone.
    • Onion: Finely chop or grate your onions so the meatloaf holds its shape better and the flavor will be mixed in evenly.
    • Garlic: Fresh garlic adds more flavor, but you can also use garlic powder.
    • Cracker crumbs: The keto-friendly cracker crumbs from RealPhat Foods make the perfect filler for recipes like keto meatloaf. I also use them in my keto meatball recipe. But you can also substitute with regular almond flour or crushed pork rinds.
    • Eggs: Meatloaf holds together best when you use eggs as the binder.
    • BBQ Sauce: I always use my easy Keto BBQ Sauce for this meatloaf. You can use store-bought sugar free bbq sauce, but many are made with aspartame or sucralose, which I find unpalatable. A few good choices are Yo Mama’s No Sugar Added BBQ Sauce and Keto Primo.
    • Seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

    Step by Step Directions

    This recipe is so easy and results in perfectly juicy keto meatloaf every time!

    A collage of four images showing how to make Keto Meatloaf.

    1. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, onion, cracker crumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper. Add in the eggs and mix well with your hands until fully combined.

    2. Prepare the slow cooker: Set a trivet into the bottom of a 6 quart slow cooker. Take a large piece of tinfoil and poke a few holes in it with a kitchen skewer (this allows the fat and liquids to drain away from the meatloaf).

    3. Form the loaf: Shape the mixture into a loaf roughly 5 x 9 inches on the foil. Lift the foil by edges and place on the trivet, then place the lid on the slow cooker.

    4. Cook: Cook the meatloaf on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours. In the last half hour of cooking, brush the top and sides with about ⅓ cup barbecue sauce. Use two serving forks to lift the meatloaf out of the slow cooker and onto a serving platter. Slice and serve with remaining barbecue sauce.

    A spoon drizzling sugar free bbq sauce over a slice of keto meatloaf.

    Expert tips

    Preparing your crockpot: Placing a trivet in the slow cooker keeps the meatloaf off the bottom so that it cooks more evenly. It also allows some of the fat and juices to drain off. Poking holes in the foil also allows the fat and juices to fall to the bottom.

    Cook on low or high: Depending on when you need it, you can cook this meatloaf on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours. Because it contains ground pork, you want the loaf to reach at least 160ºF in the center.

    Brush with sauce: I like to brush it with some sauce in the last half hour of cooking, so that it bakes on. Then I serve the rest at the table so that people can add more as they like.

    Oven-baked method: Transfer meat mixture on a baking sheet with parchment paper and form into a loaf about 5 by 9 inches. Bake 40 to 50 minutes at 350F, until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I use for keto breadcrumbs?

    The cracker crumbs from Real Phat Foods work really well as a binder for keto recipes. They are harder than almond flour or crushed pork rinds, so they soak in the moisture of the meat and eggs a little more during cooking. But any of these options work well and result in juicy keto meatloaf.

    How many carbs are in a keto meatloaf?

    This keto meatloaf recipe has 4.4g of carbs and 1g of fiber per serving. That comes to 3.4g net carbs per serving.

    How do you store keto meatloaf?

    Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the finished, cooked meatloaf. Wrap it up tightly to avoid freezer burn and freeze for up to two months.

    A grey plate filled with slices of slow cooker keto meatloaf, with roasted cauliflower and red peppers as well.

    What to serve with keto meatloaf

    Besides the aforementioned mashed cauliflower, try one of these delicious sides:

    • Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
    • Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash
    • Easy Zucchini Casserole
    • Cauliflower Fritters
    • Cauliflower Risotto
    • Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup
    A white platter with keto meatloaf, with a few slices cut into the front.

    Slow Cooker Keto Meatloaf Recipe

    This is the ultimage keto meatloaf recipe! Super juicy and flavorful, it comes out perfectly every time. And making it in your crockpot means clean up is a snap.
    4.70 from 42 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: crockpot meatloaf, keto meatloaf
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 hours
    Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 366kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 6 quart slow cooker

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs ground beef
    • 1 lb ground pork (or another pound beef)
    • ¼ cup onion chopped fine
    • ½ cup keto cracker crumbs (or almond flour)
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 recipe Easy Sugar Free BBQ Sauce
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, onion, cracker crumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper. Add in the eggs and mix well with your hands until fully combined.
    • Set a trivet into the bottom of a 6 quart slow cooker. Take a large piece of tinfoil and poke a few holes in it with a kitchen skewer (this allows the fat and liquids to drain away from the meatloaf).
    • Shape the mixture into a loaf roughly 5 x 9 inches on the foil. Lift the foil by edges and place on the trivet, then place the lid on the slow cooker.
    • Cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours. In the last half hour of cooking, brush the top and sides with about ⅓ cup barbecue sauce.
    • Use two serving forks to lift the meatloaf out of the slow cooker and onto a serving platter. Slice and serve with remaining barbecue sauce.

    Notes

    The fat content is not entirely accurate as a great deal of the fat cooks off and ends up in the bottom of the slow cooker. I weighed the juices and fats and I estimate that at least 5g of fat per serving are lost during the cooking process. 
    Storage Information: Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the finished, cooked meatloaf. Wrap it up tightly to avoid freezer burn and freeze for up to two months.
    Nutrition Facts
    Slow Cooker Keto Meatloaf Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (1 serving = 1/10th of loaf)
    Calories 366 Calories from Fat 182
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 20.2g31%
    Carbohydrates 4.44g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Protein 35.6g71%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Barbara says

      February 12, 2023 at 8:06 am

      5 stars
      This is a terrific recipe. To save time, I coursely chop my onion and any other veggies then place them in a food processor until finely chopped but not a paste.
      While not in this recipe, I like to add celery, carrots, green pepper and/or mushrooms. These keep the meatloaf moist and add even more flavor to an already wonderful taste.

      Reply
    2. Ciggy says

      December 28, 2022 at 10:44 am

      Just a heads up – On Print Recipe page, changing the servings changes the quantity of ingredients – *brilliant* – but NOT the words in parenthesis.
      So 10 servings says
      2 lbs ground beef
      1 lb ground pork (or another pound beef)
      but 4 servings says
      0.8 lbs ground beef
      0.4 lb ground pork (or another pound beef)

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 28, 2022 at 6:46 pm

        Not much I can do about that…

        Reply
        • Ciggy says

          December 29, 2022 at 10:17 am

          Possibly:
          Or substitute with this quantity of beef

          Reply
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