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Using Impossible burger is my new favorite way to make vegan meatloaf! This recipe is super flavorful and an easy dinner idea.
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We are definitely not shy when it comes to vegan meat - we try a lot of it! Many are misses, but there are some hits. And Impossible burger is definitely a hit. We first tried it when Red Robin started carrying it, and now we eat it at least once a week since our local Kroger started carrying it.
I have made tacos and meatballs with Impossible burger (both delicious!) but the current family favorite is Impossible meatloaf. It had been YEARS since I made meatloaf and while it was never something I craved after going vegan, my husband really missed it. He says that you cannot even tell this meatloaf is vegan, which is a total win!
(P.S. This recipe is totally not sponsored in any way, we are just obsessed with the stuff!)
While I have not tried this recipe using Beyond beef (we prefer the Beyond sausages out of their products), I believe it will work. Many readers in the comments have tried it with success.
Since Impossible has been slowly rolling out their ground beef, I recommend checking out their store locator to see if it has hit your area yet. I have found it in Kroger, Hannaford, and Price Chopper. The incredible news is that you can order it online and have it delivered right to your home!
How-To Video
Want to watch how the meatloaf is made? Here you go:
Ingredients
For the list of all ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
- Impossible burger: The vegan meat needed for this recipe! You can also use Beyond if that's your preference.
- Breadcrumbs: These act as a binding agent. You can also use oats.
- Ketchup: This is usually added on top either before or after baking, but I love to add a little bit right into the meatloaf. It adds flavor and moisture. You can use tomato sauce instead.
- Vegan Worcestershire sauce: I find Worcestershire sauce is crucial for that classic Mom's meatloaf flavor. However, typical store-bought Worcestershire sauce contains fish! Some brands are vegan, like Annie's and the Kroger brand. You can also make a homemade vegan Worcestershire sauce. If all other options are exhausted, soy sauce is a good replacement.
- Garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper: Flavor!
Is Impossible Burger Vegan?
There is some controversy around this topic. Impossible Burger does not carry the certified vegan label and you can read why here.
But in my opinion, yes - Impossible Burger is vegan. The "beef" contains NO animal products and no animal testing is actively being conducted.
Plus, Impossible Burger is by far the closest thing to real beef I've tried. It will allow more and more people to ditch animal meat and go with plant meat. The definition of veganism is to do the least amount of harm possible, and I believe Impossible Burger does that and inspires others to do so as well.
Instructions
See the printable instructions in the recipe card below.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl, then form into a loaf and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and no longer pink in the middle.
- Brush some ketchup or BBQ sauce on top if desired! You can also serve with sautéed green beans, vegan gravy and mashed potatoes for a delicious dinner.
Variations and Substitutions
- Gluten-free: Good news - the Impossible burger is gluten-free! To replace the breadcrumbs, use an equal amount of gluten-free oats or make your own breadcrumbs from GF bread.
- Double this recipe: Simply double all the ingredient amounts (you can do this right in the recipe card next to "servings") and cook for an additional 10 minutes or so.
- If you cannot find or don't have the time to make vegan Worcestershire sauce, use soy sauce instead.
Storing Leftovers
Leftovers will keep in the fridge for about 3 days, stored in an airtight container.
Did you enjoy this recipe? Please leave a comment and a ⭐ star review below!
Recipe
Vegan Impossible Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 1 package Impossible burger ¾ pound
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons ketchup or tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a bowl, mix all ingredients together (Impossible burger, breadcrumbs, ketchup, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Form into a loaf shape on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until browned.
- Brush some ketchup or BBQ on top if desired, or serve with gravy.
Cindy says
We love it. I sometimes sauté chopped onions & chopped yellow bell peppers & add them. Also sometimes add some flaxseed meal.
Sometimes I make just as in the recipe.
I always double it!!
Chrissy says
We loved this loaf and it is super easy to make. I added some balsamic vinegar to the ketchup brushed on top of the loaf. Delish!
Karla Strauss says
Made this tonight for dinner and it was amazing! I doubled up the recipe as I always love to use the leftovers for a great vegan sandwich! So glad I doubled it, yum, yum, yum, even my carnivore husband loved it! I did add cooled sautéed onion, red sweet pepper and minced garlic as well as a pinch of bell's poultry seasoning and spicey brown mustard. Oh also I used oats, I didn't have any vegan bread crumbs. I will be making this again!!!
Julie says
Great comfort food. So easy and I served it with mashed potatoes and Bisto Gravy mix (which has no beef in it). Delicious!
Lisa says
Easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Sara says
Love this recipe! It's in regular rotation in our house...makes everyone happy.
Audrey says
My daughter and I have been vegetarian for 30 years. We love this recipe! Quick and always good. It’s easier to go veggie now than it was when we started.
Stacey says
Made this today. It was absolutely delicious. Thank you. We will be putting this on regular menu rotation.
Karen Lucchesi says
I have made this recipe over and over and over again. It’s always a winner! Thank you!!!
Marianne Simon says
I'm 17 months meat free using Impossible plant products. The recipe is perfect as is yet I tried this...sautéed an onion, half green pepper, 2 garlic cloves. Let cool then added it to the recipe. Didn't change the texture just added a better flavor for us.
Laurie says
I forgot the Worcestershire sauce and it was still really good. My husband loved it.
Rocki Gorman says
WOW!!! Pure heaven on a plate! I stayed true to ingredients and in love. Finally somewhere a newbie vegetarian can go to find fabulous options!!!
Thank you!
Anne Hoagland says
AMAZING!! My family is new to the vegan diet, including 1-2 meals a week at this point. Everyone loved it…and they aren’t big fans of legit meatloaf. I did add diced onion to the mixture and top it with some BBQ sauce, but if they are eating plant based I’m happy. I served it with farro and a salad. Delicious! I look forward to trying more of your recipes!
Lieba Brezak says
The vegan meatloaf was absolutely delicious! My entire family loved it! Thanks so much for your recipe as we have just started to go vegan and you are making this much easier...kudos to you!!
Treanna says
I made this last week with just a couple of modifications and it was so good my husband asked me to make 2 loaves so we can have leftovers lol. We always have 1 lb blocks of Beyond Beef on hand so I made mine with that and added a tablespoon of siracha while mixing everything up. I used to make meatloaf a lot before I went vegan and this not only tastes a lot better to me but is guilt free!
Tan says
I've never cared for meatloaf. I made this for my boyfriend and upon tasting, was pleasantly pleased. It's a mouth full of flavor. I did add a few more ingredients just because, but either way, it's enjoyable. My boyfriend gave the thumbs up as well. Thank you for sharing this easy to make, vegan recipe!
Bruce Simon says
Super easy, super yummy, will definitely make again!
I didn't have any Worcestershire sauce, so I upped all the other spices and added in some crushed red pepper flakes, too.
After I put it in the oven, I realized I had forgotten the bread crumbs, but I didn't feel like I missed anything.
Meal prep tip: I combined the ground beef with an equal amount of vegan ground pork, using half for the meatloaf and half for meatballs, which I simmered in sauce for a few hours on the stovetop. Multiple meals, same amount of work!
Elizabeth Santarelli says
Awesome recipe!!
Sam says
This is so good! I'm always looking for new ways to use Impossible meat and I love that this uses one pack and is so quick to prepare. Thank you so much!
Jim says
I'm not vegan but my wife is but I'm the vegan cook!
I like this recipe better than meatloaf made from meat!
Madalyn says
Can you tell me how to make the amount of Worcestershire sauce just for the recipe?
Karissa says
I'd recommend just using 3/4 tsp of soy sauce and 1/4 tsp of vinegar (white vinegar or apple cider vinegar will work.)
Madalyn says
Thank you SO much for the reply!! I’m very excited to make it this weekend!
BiBi says
Quick and easy to assemble. The taste was superb. We had seconds! Will make again.
Carolyn says
Such a good recipe! I filled 6 muffin cups and piped mashed potatoes on top and made “meatcakes” for meal prep. So good!!
christine says
Love this idea! How long did you bake them for?
Anne says
This is the second time I have made this for myself and my daughter and it was delicious!! I used sautéed onions and garlic instead of dry spices, and it was so flavorful! I baked in in my air fryer, and it was perfect! Thank you for this recipe!
Melanie says
Can you share your air fryer settings (temp & time)?
Malerie says
I've made this recipe several times now because it's so simple and delicious! Easier than adding all the extras that most meatloaves require. And it's vegan! Didn't change a thing.