My simple meatloaf seasoning recipe will add incredible flavor to your homemade meatloaf. The perfect blend of spices will take your meatloaf recipe from good to out of this world. Use this spice mix for the best meatloaf ever!

We are a meatloaf family. I grew up eating it and now my kids love having it for dinner. Over the years of making meatloaf I’ve found that the secret to the best, most flavorful meatloaf ever is this meatloaf seasoning mix and this meatloaf sauce recipe.

It’s easy to make your own seasoning mixes at home. You don’t need to use a store bought packet of seasoning because you can make your own in minutes without all of those extra preservatives.

This meatloaf spice blend is one that I make and keep in my spice cabinet so I have it ready when I make meatloaf, burgers, and more.

Use this seasoning for recipes like one pound meatloaf, air fryer meatloaf, Lipton onion soup meatloaf, burgers, and even meatballs.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Amazing flavor. This blend adds so much wonderful flavor to your meatloaf.
• Fast to make. You can whip up this seasoning blend in less than 5 minutes.
• Can make a big batch and store for up to 6 months.

Ingredients

Just a few simple spices are needed for this meatloaf seasoning blend. This recipe works great with 2 pounds of ground meat.

• Salt – Salt enhances all of the other spices.
• Ground Black Pepper – Adds a subtle heat to the meatloaf. You can adjust the amount to your taste.
• Paprika – Gives the meatloaf a smoky-sweet flavor.
• Ground Dried Mustard – Adds a little bit of tanginess.
• Onion Powder – Gives you that great onion flavor.
• Garlic Powder – This is a must for this spice blend.
• Dried Thyme – An earthy seasoning that pairs great with ground beef.
• Dried Basil – Another earthy flavor that brings everything together.

How to make homemade meatloaf seasoning

1. Mix: Place all of the spices in a bowl. Stir until combined.
2. Add to your meatloaf recipe or store in an airtight container for later use.

Recipe variations

You can change up the meatloaf seasoning spices for personal preference. A few suggestions are:

• Italian seasoning – Replace the basil and thyme with Italian seasoning.
• Spicy – Like a little heat to your meatloaf? Try stirring in 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or replace basil and thyme with Cajun seasoning.

How to season meatloaf

Add your seasonings in when making your ground meat mixture. Make sure to combine the meatloaf ingredients well without over mixing so that the meatloaf doesn’t become tough.

Heather’s recipe tips

• Use fresh spices. If you are planning on storing any leftover seasoning, I would recommend using fresh spices for the best flavor.
• This will work with any ground meat. You can use it with beef, chicken, turkey, or even beans.
• Make a double or triple batch to store for later use.

Storage instructions

Store: If you aren’t ready to use the meatloaf spices and need to store it, place in an airtight container like a jar and store in a cool dark place like a pantry or cabinet. The seasoning mix will last up to 6 months.

So forget buying the pre-made meatloaf seasoning, you can easily make your own spice blend at home.

Frequently asked questions

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