Description
Keto eggs benedict casserole brings classic breakfast flavors to a healthier plate without compromising taste. Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and hollandaise sauce create a satisfying low-carb meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs (whisked)
- 225 grams (8 oz) Canadian bacon (chopped)
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into small florets)
- 170 grams (1½ cups) cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
- 120 milliliters (½ cup) hollandaise sauce
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsps chives (chopped)
Instructions
- Roast Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and roast at 400°F (204°C) for 25-30 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp.
- Prepare Base: Whisk eggs in a large mixing bowl until smooth, creating a silky foundation for the casserole. Layer roasted cauliflower evenly across a 9×13-inch ceramic baking dish.
- Layer Ingredients: Pour whisked eggs over cauliflower, allowing them to settle naturally. Sprinkle first layer of shredded cheddar cheese, followed by Canadian bacon slices. Top with remaining cheese to create a melty cover.
- Bake and Rest: Slide casserole into preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until cheese melts completely and eggs set. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ingredients to stabilize.
- Finish and Serve: Elegantly drizzle hollandaise sauce across the surface and garnish with finely chopped chives for a refined presentation.
Notes
- Roast Cauliflower Strategically: Space florets evenly on the baking sheet to ensure each piece caramelizes perfectly without steaming, creating crispy golden edges and maximizing flavor development.
- Whisk Eggs Thoroughly: Achieve a smooth, uniform egg texture by whisking vigorously, which prevents lumps and ensures a consistent, silky base for the casserole.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Layer cheese generously between ingredients to create multiple melting points, resulting in a rich, gooey texture that enhances overall dish complexity.
- Resting Time Matters: Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes after baking, enabling ingredients to set and flavors to meld, which improves texture and taste integration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 320 mg