Ultimate Keto Cauliflower Cheese

If you’re craving a creamy, cheesy, indulgent bake that still fits your ketogenic lifestyle, this Keto Cauliflower Cheese delivers all the cosy flavour of the classic dish — without the carbs. With a rich cheese sauce, tender cauliflower florets and optional crispy bacon, it makes the perfect Sunday roast side, midweek dinner or batch‑cook favourite.

Why This Works on Keto

Traditional cauliflower cheese often uses a flour‑thickened sauce, which adds unnecessary carbs. This version removes flour entirely and builds its sauce with full‑fat dairy - cream cheese, double cream and cheddar - giving you rich flavour and high fat content that keeps you satiated and keto‑friendly. Sim's Life

 Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 1 large cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets

• 150 g mature cheddar cheese, grated (you can use Red Leicester or a mix)

• 200 g cream cheese, softened

• 250 ml double cream

• 200 g bacon lardons (optional but delicious)

• 4–5 spring onions, sliced

• 1 tsp butter (for frying bacon)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppers: extra grated cheese, crushed pork rinds, paprika or chilli flakes

Method

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 200 °C / Gas Mark 6.
Boil a large pan of salted water. Add the cauliflower florets and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until just tender. Drain well.

2. Cook the Bacon

Heat the butter in a frying pan and crisp the bacon lardons for a couple of minutes. Remove and drain on kitchen paper.

3. Make the Cheese Sauce

In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, double cream, grated cheddar and spring onions. Stir until fully combined. Add the cooked bacon. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

4. Combine & Bake

Add the drained cauliflower to the cheese mixture and stir gently to coat. Transfer everything to a large ovenproof dish. Sprinkle extra grated cheese on top if you like.

Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes, until the top is bubbling and golden.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Divide between plates and serve hot - ideal alongside roast meats, grilled chicken, or on its own as a hearty main. Leftovers reheat beautifully the next day.

Nutritional Info (approx. per serving)

These figures are based on the full recipe divided into 6 portions and reflect average values (actual values will vary with brands and exact amounts used)