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Creamy Keto Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole Recipe with Crispy Golden Crust

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A creamy, low-carb cauliflower casserole with a luscious cheese base and a crispy golden crust, perfect for keto diets and comfort food lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets (about 4 cups)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds (optional, for keto-friendly crispy topping; substitute almond flour for vegetarian)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 8-10 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the cooked cauliflower to the creamy base along with 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar. Stir gently to mix but keep some texture. For a smoother casserole, pulse the mixture briefly in a food processor.
  5. Pour the cauliflower mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar and grated parmesan over the top.
  6. Mix crushed pork rinds with a tiny pinch of salt and sprinkle evenly on top of the cheese layer to create a crispy golden crust.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. If the crust browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve warm.

Notes

Dry cauliflower thoroughly after boiling to avoid watery casserole. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Freshly shred cheese for better melt and texture. For a vegetarian crispy topping, substitute pork rinds with almond flour. Rest casserole 5 minutes after baking to set and ease serving.

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