Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

This cheesy cauliflower casserole is full of amazing flavors that will make even the pickiest eaters fall in love with this veggie. It’s made with cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, bacon, salt and pepper to taste, and two heads of cauliflower.

This recipe makes a delicious side dish that everyone can enjoy – even those on a low-carb or keto diet. The casserole makes a great side dish to any steak, pork, or chicken entrée.

This baked cauliflower casserole is not only tasty, but it’s also easy to make. In this recipe, the cauliflower is cut into florets rather than riced, simplifying the prep. In under an hour, you’ll have a steaming hot cauliflower dish ready for your family and friends!

Let’s take a look at how this delicious cauliflower bake is made with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

This dish is made with a lot of basic ingredients that you should be able to find at all grocery stores.

• 2 heads fresh cauliflower
• 3 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 6 ounces cream cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 8 slices crispy bacon
• salt
• black pepper
• green onions (optional)

Directions

It’s always best to gather your ingredients and read through the recipe before beginning. So start by gathering all of the ingredients before making this dish.

Preheat your oven to 425° Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Set the pan to the side and get ready to get cooking!

Cut the heads of cauliflower into florets that are bite-sized. You’re not going to use the stems in this recipe, so you can toss them into your compost pile. Place the cauliflower florets in a pot and fill the pot with 1 to 2-inches of water, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes. The steamed cauliflower should be tender but still have a crunch. Drain the cooked cauliflower.

Drain the cauliflower.

Combine sour cream, cream cheese, 3 cups Cheddar cheese, onion powder, and garlic powder in a large mixing bowl.

Fold in the cauliflower and chopped bacon (from the 6 slices).

Pour the cauliflower-cream cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven on the center rack for 25-30 minutes uncovered.

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese and chopped bacon. Bake for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped green onions, if desired.

Tips

Note about steaming cauliflower: If you have a steamer basket, use it. Otherwise, place the cauliflower in a pot, add 2-inches of water to the pot, cover, and steam/cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.

Alternatively, you can microwave the cauliflower along with 2-3 tablespoons of water in a glass bowl covered with a plate for 3 – 4 minutes. (You can learn more about how to microwave steam cauliflower at Baking Mischief.)

Can I Freeze Cauliflower Casserole?

Yes, you can. Be sure that the casserole is completely cool and then place in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Thaw the casserole overnight in the refrigerator. To reheat, place the thawed casserole into an oven-safe dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated thoroughly.

Nutrition Information

This tasty dish has the flavors of a loaded baked potato without all of the carbohydrates. Below is a nutritional breakdown snapshot.

This gluten-free cheesy cauliflower casserole recipe is sure to be a hit at your home!

Cauliflower makes a great low-carb alternative to rice, potatoes, and most other starchy sides. It’s often served with cheese sauce, but this cauliflower casserole recipe is even better!

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