Description
This Cauliflower Jalapeño Popper Casserole is a delicious and creamy low-carb dish that combines the flavors of jalapeño poppers with the comfort of a casserole. Creamy cauliflower, spicy jalapeños, crispy bacon, and a cheesy topping make this a satisfying side dish or main course for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Mixture:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4–5 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 2–3 jalapeños (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pork rinds or breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Cook Cauliflower: Boil cauliflower florets for 5–7 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Mixture: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, spices, salt, and pepper. Add jalapeños, bacon, and cauliflower.
- Assemble: Transfer mixture to baking dish.
- Add Topping: Combine Parmesan, pork rinds/breadcrumbs, and butter. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, leave the seeds in the jalapeños or add cayenne pepper.
- Keto-friendly by using pork rinds and low-carb cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
