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Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Creamy Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese for Keto Lovers

This Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese offers a healthy twist on comfort food, satisfying cheesy cravings while keeping carbs at bay.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower fresh is best for optimal flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can be substituted with a neutral oil like avocado or canola
  • to taste Salt essential for flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper essential for flavor
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream creates a rich and creamy sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese adds extra creaminess
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredding your own enhances meltability
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese melts beautifully and adds depth
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese provides creaminess with a mild flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder adds a nice depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional, adds a touch of spice and lovely color

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • medium-sized pot

Method
 

Direction Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast cauliflower for 15-20 minutes until golden-brown and fork-tender.
  4. In a pot over low heat, combine heavy whipping cream and cream cheese, whisk until melted and creamy.
  5. Gradually add cheddar, Gruyère, and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
  6. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, stir well to combine, then remove from heat.
  7. Add roasted cauliflower to the cheese sauce and mix until well-coated.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

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