Keto Cheesy Cauliflower Grilled Cheese (Print View)

Golden cauliflower bread slices with melted cheddar and mozzarella create a satisfying low-carb comfort food.

# Components:

→ Cauliflower Bread

01 - 1 medium head cauliflower (about 1.5 pounds), cut into florets
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Filling

09 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
11 - 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until finely riced. Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
03 - Place the riced cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
04 - In a large bowl, mix the cauliflower, eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each into a 0.5-inch thick rectangle on the prepared baking sheet to form 8 bread slices.
06 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, until golden and firm. Let cool for 5 minutes.
07 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each cauliflower bread slice.
08 - Place 4 slices, buttered side down, on the skillet. Top each with 1/4 of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese mixture. Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
09 - Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
10 - Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes genuinely indulgent, not like you're settling for a "healthy" version of something you actually crave.
  • The cauliflower bread gets crispy on the outside while staying tender inside, holding all that melted cheese without shame.
  • You'll feel satisfied and full without the post-lunch energy crash that regular bread brings.
02 -
  • Squeezing out moisture from the cauliflower isn't optional, it's the difference between bread and wet mush that falls apart in the pan.
  • Don't skip letting the baked bread cool for 5 minutes before assembling, otherwise the cheese will leak out and your sandwich will be a greasy mess instead of a crispy masterpiece.
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale to divide the cauliflower mixture into exact portions, which ensures even cooking and consistent sandwich sizes.
  • Let the baked bread cool completely before stacking, otherwise the heat will cause condensation that makes them stick together and get soggy.
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