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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Sep 5, 2022 · 14 Comments

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is packed with creamy cheesy goodness and bacon. This delicious side dish is quick and easy to make with all the flavors of a loaded baked potato without all the carbs.

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I am always trying new ways to use vegetables so my family won’t become bored with the usual steamed or roasted ways. Cauliflower is a favorite for us and while we love the roasted flavor, I love adding it to one-pan meals like this one. Personally, I love cauliflower with a lot of cheese; which is why I decided to make this Loaded Cauliflower Casserole. If I’m being honest, I would have preferred a loaded potato casserole but no potatoes in the house.

Table of Contents

  • Fall Flavors Week
  • Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
  • Can you use Frozen Cauliflower?
  • Can this Casserole be Made in Advance?
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
    • Step 1
    • Step 2
    • Step 3
    • Step 4
  • Tips, Tricks, and FAQs
  • Printable Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
  • Other Cauliflower Recipes You May Enjoy
  • More Fall Flavors Recipes

Fall Flavors Week

I’m also sharing this new recipe as part of this year’s Fall Flavors event. It’s a week-long event where fellow food bloggers and myself will be sharing all foods that make you think of the fall season. Pumpkin, apple, cranberry, fall squashes, spices, and more. From appetizers to desserts, we’re bringing our best recipes this week. Over 60 recipes for you to drool over and share!

Starting the week off with this low-carb-loaded cauliflower recipe, then Wednesday I’ll be sharing an Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake, and finally on Friday, a delicious treat of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars.

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

If I could serve my family potatoes every night of the week they would be in potato heaven. However, that’s not really doable or healthy so I’ve come up with a way to get all of those flavors from a loaded baked potato that my family loves using cauliflower. It’s a win-win. They get a low carb “potato” with a creamy cheesy bacon filling and I can relax knowing they aren’t eating potatoes all the time.

Using cauliflower in place of potatoes (or even rice) is a healthier option and such a great idea for a low-carb choice. I know you’re saying but how is this recipe healthy with the cheese, cream, and bacon? It’s lower in carbs than using potatoes and cauliflower is full of fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B’s.

This cheesy cauliflower casserole is great for those on a keto diet or not, it’s just plain good.

Can you use Frozen Cauliflower?

Yes, you can use frozen cauliflower. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen, be sure you steam the cauliflower to fork-tender and don’t overcook it. It will finish cooking in the oven.

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Delicious loaded cauliflower bake makes a great holiday side dish.

Can this Casserole be Made in Advance?

You can make this keto loaded cauliflower casserole in advance and keep it in the refrigerator. Pull the casserole out of the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes before baking for 20 minutes or until hot through and the cheese is melted.

Ingredients

  • casserole dish
  • 4 cups cauliflower florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1½ cups Italian cheese blend, shredded
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
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How to Make Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Step 1

Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Place chopped cauliflower in a large pot with half a cup of water. Steam cauliflower for around 6-7 minutes, until fork-tender. Remove from heat and transfer cauliflower into a cold water bath to prevent further cooking. Drain well and pat dry with a paper towel.

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Chop cauliflower into bite sized pieces for this recipe.

Step 3

Transfer steamed cauliflower to a large bowl and add cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, and dried dill. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.

Step 4

Transfer to an oven-safe casserole dish and top with shredded cheese blend and crumbled crispy bacon. Place in preheated oven and roast until cheese is melted and nicely browned on top, around 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately topped with fresh chives.

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Tips, Tricks, and FAQs

  • Substitute Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese for the Italian cheese blend. Or, use your favorite blend of cheeses.
  • If you don’t have cream cheese, you can use sour cream.
  • If you have leftover roasted cauliflower, use it in place of the fresh or frozen.
  • Add broccoli or replace cauliflower with broccoli.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions in place of chives.
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Printable Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Keto Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is packed with creamy cheesy goodness and bacon. This delicious side dish is quick and easy to make with all the flavors of a loaded baked potato without all the carbs.
5 from 7 votes
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Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minutes, cauliflower, keto cheese crisps, loaded cauliflower casserole, low carb
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Equipment

  • casserole dish

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cauliflower florets, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups Italian cheese blend, shredded
  • 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  • Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Place chopped cauliflower in a large pot with half a cup of water. Steam cauliflower for around 6-7 minutes, until fork-tender. Remove from heat and transfer cauliflower into a cold water bath to prevent further cooking. Drain well and pat dry.
  • Transfer steamed cauliflower to a large bowl and add cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, and dried dill. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
  • Transfer to an oven-safe casserole dish and top with shredded cheese blend and crumbled bacon. Place in preheated oven and roast until cheese is melted and nicely browned on top, around 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately topped with fresh chives.

Notes

  • Substitute Monterey Jack and cheddar for the Italian cheese blend. Or, use your favorite blend of cheeses.
  • If you don’t have cream cheese, you can use sour cream.
  • If you have leftover roasted cauliflower, use it in place of the fresh or frozen.
  • Add broccoli or replace cauliflower with broccoli.
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Great side dish!

Other Cauliflower Recipes You May Enjoy

  • Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole
  • Broccoli and Cauliflower au Gratin with Ham (low-carb)
  • Cheesy Cauliflower and Garlic Breadsticks
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More Fall Flavors Recipes

Beverages

  • Apple Cider Mule from Art of Natural Living
  • Caramel Apple Sangria from Our Crafty Cocktails
  • Jack Rose Cocktail from Books n’ Cooks

Breads

  • Apple Cider Donuts from Sweet Beginnings
  • Pumpkin Banana Muffins from Hostess At Heart

Salads, Soups, and Sides

  • Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad from Cheese Curd In Paradise
  • Chipotle Butternut Squash Mash from A Little Fish in the Kitchen
  • Cider Baked Squash from Jolene’s Recipe Journal
  • Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
  • Loaded Cauliflower Casserole from Blogghetti

Main Dishes

  • Black Pepper Pork Tenderloin with Fig Preserves from The Spiffy Cookie
  • Easy French Onion Chicken Recipe from Family Around The Table
  • Maple Bacon Smoked Sausage from Palatable Pastime

Desserts

  • Air Fryer Apple Crisp from Devour Dinner
  • Air Fryer Apple Pie Egg Rolls from An Affair from the Heart
  • Caramel Apple Rice Krispies Treats from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Maple Syrup Pancake Cookies from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies from Best Cookie Recipes
  • Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe from Our Crafty Mom
  • Pumpkin Rabdi from Magical Ingredients
  • Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from Jen Around the World

Follow the Favorite Fall Recipes Facebook group and follow the Favorite Fall Flavors Pinterest board for more fall inspiration!

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Comments

  1. Marcelle says

    September 5, 2022 at 1:42 PM

    5 stars
    I think I will just whip up a crisp green salad to go with this and enjoy it as a cheesy good main dish!! I’m eating low carb lately and I can’t wait to make this. Yum!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      September 7, 2022 at 5:18 PM

      Sounds perfect to me!

      Reply
  2. Karen's Kitchen Stories says

    September 5, 2022 at 3:07 PM

    OMG Lisa!! I need to make this asap!!! It sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      September 7, 2022 at 5:18 PM

      It’s sooo good!

      Reply
  3. Julie says

    September 5, 2022 at 7:08 PM

    5 stars
    You had me at creamy, cheesy and bacon! Love that this is a lower carb option than potatoes. Perfect side dish for any meal.

    Reply
  4. Hezzi-D says

    September 5, 2022 at 8:43 PM

    I love cauliflower and this casserole is calling my name!

    Reply
  5. Jennifer says

    September 6, 2022 at 9:32 AM

    5 stars
    Cauliflower is such a slept on veggie. It goes great in so many dishes!

    Reply
  6. Jolene says

    September 7, 2022 at 9:42 AM

    Slowly climbing back on the low carb wagon and this is the perfect recipe to help me do it! Looks awesome!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      September 7, 2022 at 5:18 PM

      We even have it on our meatless days (minus the bacon)!

      Reply
  7. Inger says

    September 9, 2022 at 8:07 AM

    Oooo, I have a bunch of cauliflower I need to use up. Love this!

    Reply
  8. Radha says

    September 10, 2022 at 10:40 PM

    This is a great and delicious side! Low in carns and high in taste – love the idea!

    Reply
  9. Radha says

    September 14, 2022 at 12:12 AM

    5 stars
    Creamy and cheesy cauliflower? I am in! This looks flavorful and inviting just like the regular potato version. Great recipe!

    Reply
  10. Rebecca says

    September 17, 2022 at 3:06 AM

    5 stars
    This recipe was heaven sent. I needed a good side for dinner and whipped this out. Delish!

    Reply
  11. Rebecca says

    September 17, 2022 at 3:07 AM

    5 stars
    Mmmmm, delicious and easy recipe that really was so good.

    Reply

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