Easy Jalapeño Popper Cauliflower Casserole
A creamy, cheesy twist on classic jalapeño poppers, this casserole is a flavorful comfort dish that’s low-carb and loaded with veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 Head Cauliflower, Chopped
- 4 oz Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 Cup Sour Cream
- 1/2 Cup Diced Jalapeños (Fresh or Pickled)
- 1/2 Cup Green Onions, Chopped
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- 1/2 Cup Breadcrumbs (Optional for Topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Chop the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Steam the cauliflower for about 5-7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Mix the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cheddar and jalapeños to the mixture and fold in.
- Combine the steamed cauliflower into the creamy mixture until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top with breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crunchier topping, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter before sprinkling. You can prep the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cauliflower casserole, jalapeño poppers, comfort food, vegetarian, low-carb