Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Carbs
5.40g
Total Time:
25mins
Difficulty
Beginner

Experience a delightful twist on a classic American dish with our Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. We are merging the comfort and familiarity of traditional mac 'n' cheese with the health and nutritional advantages of a keto-friendly recipe. This satisfying dish is characterized by the delightful blend of crisp, lightly baked cauliflower nestled in a smooth and creamy cheese sauce. It's the perfect family-friendly meal that couples health and taste like never before.


If you're following a ketogenic diet plan, or just trying to cut down on carbs, our Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese is the ideal guilt-free comfort food. The rich sauce, loaded with cheddar cheese and rounded out with unsweetened almond milk and heavy cream, showers the cauliflower florets with a velvety texture and overriding yumminess. And the best part - it's easy to include in your diet, especially when tracked with a user-friendly keto mobile app.


What really sets our Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese apart is not just its versatility and flavor, but its ability to fit seamlessly into your ketogenic lifestyle. It's an innovative yet easy solution for those craving classic comfort food while aiming to maintain their low-carb, high-fat diet. Whether you're mastering the art of keto cooking, or looking for a quick meal that won't derail your diet, this recipe ticks all the boxes. It’s not just a recipe, it’s a new favorite waiting for your discovery!


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Ingredients

cauliflower1 Head Cauliflower, Cut into Small Florets
butter3 Tbsp Butter, Divided into 2 Tbsp and 1 Tbsp
almond milk1/4 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
cheddar cheese1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
heavy cream1/4 Cup Heavy Cream
sea salt and pepperSea Salt and Pepper

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
2
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. In a large bowl, toss together the cauliflower florets with the melted butter. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
3
Arrange the cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for about 10-15 minutes, until crisp-tender.
4
Heat the cheddar cheese, heavy cream, milk, and remaining tablespoon of butter, stirring frequently. (You can do this on the stove in a double broiler, or in the microwave.) Heat until the cheese mixture is smooth. Be careful not to overheat or burn the cheese.
5
Toss cauliflower with cheese sauce right before serving.
6
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
7
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. In a large bowl, toss together the cauliflower florets with the melted butter. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
8
Arrange the cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for about 10-15 minutes, until crisp-tender.
9
Heat the cheddar cheese, heavy cream, milk, and remaining tablespoon of butter, stirring frequently. (You can do this on the stove in a double broiler, or in the microwave.) Heat until the cheese mixture is smooth. Be careful not to overheat or burn the cheese.
10
Toss cauliflower with cheese sauce right before serving.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings
Calories
294
% Daily value*

Total Fat 23.20g
14%

Saturated Fat 14.51g
73%

Cholesterol 67.96mg
23%

Sodium 514.48mg
21%

Total Carbohydrate 1.32g
3%

Dietary Fiber 5.92g
24%

Included Sugar 2.55g

Net Carbohydrates 5.40g
27%

Protein 11.93g
16%
Vitamin D 0.41mcg
2%

Calcium 262.6mg
20%

Iron 0.67mg
4%

Potassium 468.29mg
19%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) 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.