Name: Crockpot Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp salt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 large heads cauliflower, cut into florets (≈10 cups); 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided); 4 green onions, sliced; 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, cubed; 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp & crumbled

Savor Crockpot Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole, a creamy, low-carb comfort dish with tender cauliflower smothered in sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and bacon. This effortless keto side turns humble cauliflower into a decadent, crowd-pleasing casserole.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crockpot Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is the ultimate keto comfort food that tastes like loaded baked potato casserole without the carbs—rich, cheesy, bacony, and impossibly creamy. Perfect for holiday tables, weeknight sides, or meal prep, this dump-and-go recipe requires zero babysitting. The slow cooker magically transforms basic ingredients into a velvety, golden-topped masterpiece that even cauliflower skeptics devour. High in fat, moderate protein, and virtually zero net carbs, it’s the side dish that lets you stay in ketosis while feeling completely spoiled.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Steam Cauliflower First: 5 minutes prevents watery casserole.
Use Freshly Grated Cheese: Melts smoother than pre-shredded.
Crisp Bacon Separately: Keeps perfect crunch when added at end.
Stir Halfway: Ensures even creaminess.
Broil at End (optional): Transfer to oven-safe dish for golden top.
Double for Holidays: Easily scales in a 6–7 qt crockpot.

Yield: 8 Servings

Crockpot Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

Creamy, bacon-loaded keto cauliflower casserole made easy in the crockpot.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 3 hours

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients

¼ cup butter
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large heads cauliflower, cut into florets (≈10 cups)
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
4 green onions, sliced
8 oz full-fat cream cheese, cubed
8 slices bacon, cooked crisp & crumbled

Instructions

Steam Cauliflower: Microwave florets with 2 tbsp water for 5 minutes; drain well.
Cook Bacon: Fry until crispy; crumble and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter; cook green onions and garlic 2 minutes.
Layer Crockpot: Place steamed cauliflower in slow cooker.
Add Creamy Base: Dot with cream cheese cubes and pour heavy cream.
Season Boldly: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and sautéed mixture.
First Cheese Layer: Add 2 cups cheddar; gently toss.
Set & Forget: Cover and cook on low 3 hours or high 1½ hours.
Final Stir & Top: Stir until creamy; add remaining cheddar and half bacon.
Serve Hot: Garnish with leftover bacon and green onions—dig in while bubbly!

Notes

Steaming cauliflower first prevents excess liquid.
Freshly grated cheese melts smoother and tastes better.
Keep on “warm” setting for parties—it stays perfect for hours.
Makes killer leftovers in egg muffins or over grilled chicken.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 720Total Fat 60gSaturated Fat 34gUnsaturated Fat 25gCholesterol 174mgSodium 1180mgCarbohydrates 18gFiber 4gSugar 7gProtein 32g

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Ingredients Notes

Cauliflower: Fresh heads cut into bite-size florets; frozen works but drain well.
Cream Cheese: Full-fat, softened for silky sauce.
Heavy Cream: Adds richness; half-and-half for lighter version.
Cheddar Cheese: Sharp or extra-sharp for bold flavor; freshly grated melts best.
Bacon: Cooked crisp; turkey bacon for lower fat.
Butter: Unsalted for sautéing onions/garlic.
Green Onions: Fresh for mild onion bite and color.