Keto Classic Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate keto comfort food with our Keto Classic Creamy Macaroni and Cheese! This low-carb twist on the beloved classic swaps traditional pasta for tender cauliflower florets, smothered in a luscious cheese sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan. Seasoned with a medley of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, every bite is rich, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. Perfectly golden and bubbly after a quick bake in the oven, this dish delivers all the creamy decadence of traditional mac and cheese without the carbs. Ready in just 40 minutes, this keto-friendly recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Serve hot and savor the cheesy goodness guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish that will comfortably hold your cooked cauliflower florets and cheese sauce.
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower florets and cook them for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Drain the cauliflower and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the mixture, stirring constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
Add the drained cauliflower florets to the cheese sauce, gently stirring until the cauliflower is well coated with the sauce.
Transfer the cheesy cauliflower mixture into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your keto-friendly creamy macaroni and cheese alternative!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 226.7 g | 291% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.8 g | 699% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 700 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 4013 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 87.9 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2262 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1734 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
