Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly creamy and cheesy Loaded Cauliflower casserole, as seen on Facebook! This low-carb comfort food takes tender, steamed cauliflower florets and dresses them up with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and savory seasonings, all baked to golden-bubbly perfection. Loaded with crispy crumbled bacon and fresh green onions, this dish delivers all the rich, indulgent flavors of a loaded baked potato while keeping things lighter and keto-friendly. Ready in just 40 minutes, itβs the ideal side dish or standalone meal to satisfy the whole family. Perfect for anyone searching for "cheesy cauliflower bake" or "low-carb loaded cauliflower casserole," this recipe is a must-try for fans of quick-and-easy comfort food!
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and steam them until tender, about 8β10 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave the florets in a microwave-safe bowl with a few tablespoons of water for 7β8 minutes, until tender. Drain well.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Add the steamed cauliflower to the bowl with the cream cheese mixture, and gently stir to coat the florets evenly.
Fold in 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, most of the crumbled bacon (reserving some for garnish), and half of the green onions.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish. Spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20β25 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven, garnish with the reserved bacon and the remaining green onions.
Serve hot and enjoy this comforting, loaded cauliflower dish!
Calories |
1925 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 152.1 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 5401 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 98.4 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1255 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2999 mg | 64% | |
*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.