No need to preheat the air fryer. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meatloaf. I just use my hands for this. Don’t overwork the meat, just mix until combined.
1 pound lean ground beef, ¾ cup milk, 1 large egg, 3 slices white bread, ½ Tablespoon onion powder, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon dry ground mustard, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil nonstick cooking spray. Shape the meat into a loaf shape (at an angle) in the air fryer basket. You don’t want to make the meatloaf too thick, or it won’t cook all the way through. Try to make the loaf shape as evenly as possible from end to end.
Air fry at 350°F degrees for 15 minutes.
While cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the ketchup and BBQ sauce in a small bowl.
⅓ cup ketchup, ⅓ cup BBQ sauce
When the meatloaf has cooked for 15 minutes, brush some of the glaze on the loaf. Note: You won’t use all of the glaze. Save the leftovers for serving.
Air fry for another 10 minutes. Meatloaf is done when an internal temperature reaches 160°F in the center; check with a meat thermometer.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 5 minutes. Then slice and serve with leftover glaze.
Notes
Don’t overmix the meat mixture, as it can make the meatloaf tough.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature to make sure it’s fully cooked.
Apply the glaze in the last 10 minutes of cooking for the best results.
Always let the meatloaf rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
For a healthier version, try using ground turkey and non-dairy milk.
Use a non-stick olive oil spray on the air fryer basket for easy removal.