Are you looking for a crowd-pleasing side dish that’ll convert even the staunchest cauliflower skeptics? Look no further than this irresistible Cheesy Cauliflower Bake! As someone who’s never been a fan of plain cauliflower, I was surprised to find myself going back for seconds of this delicious, cheesy creation. Perfect for everyday dinners or as a standout addition to your Thanksgiving spread, this dish transforms the humble cauliflower into a creamy, savory delight that’ll have everyone at the table asking for the recipe.
It’s amazing how a few simple ingredients and a bit of oven magic can turn this often-overlooked vegetable into the star of your next meal. Whether you’re trying to sneak more veggies onto your family’s plates or searching for a new holiday side dish to impress your friends, this Cheesy Cauliflower Bake is sure to fit the bill. Trust me, when cauliflower is smothered in cheese and perfectly seasoned, even the most ardent vegetable avoiders might find themselves reaching for seconds!
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Three reasons why you need to make this recipe!
It’ll make you love cauliflower.
This dish is designed to win over people who typically don’t enjoy cauliflower. The combination of cheese and seasonings transforms the vegetable into a tasty dish that even self-proclaimed cauliflower critics can enjoy.
Cheesy Cauliflower Bake is versatile year round.
The recipe is suitable for both everyday dinners and special occasions like Thanksgiving. Its versatility makes it a valuable addition to your recipe collection.
With this recipe, it’s EASY to get in more veggies.
For those looking to increase their vegetable intake or introduce more veggies to their family’s diet, this recipe offers a delicious and approachable method.
Recipe Overview:
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Number of Servings:12
- Time to Cook: 30 minutes
- WW Points Per Recipe: 2 WW points per serving (Click here to view the recipe in the WW app. WW login is required)
Ingredients you need to make Cheesy Cauliflower Bake:
- 1 large head of caulifower
- 1 clove of garlic, diced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Dash of salt and pepper
- 3 Tbsp light cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
- Green onion, chopped
- 2 Tbsp panko crumbs
How to make Cheesy Cauliflower Bake (step by step):
- Cut and wash the cauliflower florets and then boil them in a large pot of water on the stove over high-medium heat for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375F and spray a 9×9 dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Drain the cauliflower then return it to the pot. Add in the garlic, onion powder, cream cheese and yogurt. Use an electric mixer or emersion blender to blend up the cauliflower.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and 1/2 of the diced green onion.
- Spoon the mixture into the dish, and top with the remaining cheese, and panko crumbs.
- Bake it in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling. Top with the remaining fresh green onion, serve, and enjoy!
Makes 12 servings. Nutrition info for ½ cup serving: Calories 143, Fat 6 g, Saturated fat 4 g, Carbs 12 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Sugars 5 g, Sodium 306 mg, Protein 12 g.
Different ways to change up this recipe:
- Add your own seasonings or your favorite cheese. You can’t go wrong with making cauliflower this way!
Tips and Tricks for Making Cheesy Cauliflower Bake:
- This bake will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, you can microwave a serving, or pop the whole dish back into the oven.
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Cheesy cauliflower bake
Ingredients
- 1 large head of caulifower
- 1 clove of garlic, diced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Dash of salt & pepper
- 3 Tbsp light cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup plain 0% greek yogurt
- 1 cup reduced fat shredded cheese, I used a 3 cheese blend
- Green onion, chopped
- 2 Tbsp panko crumbs
Instructions
- Cut and wash the cauliflower florets and then boil them in a large pot of water on the stove over high-medium heat for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375F and spray a 9x9 dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Drain the caulifower then return it to the pot. Add in the garlic, onion powder, cream cheese and yogurt. Use an electric mixer or emersion blender to blend up the cauliflower.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and 1/2 of the diced green onion.
- Spoon the mixture into the dish, top with the remaining cheese, and panko crumbs.
- Bake it in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling. Top with the remaining fresh green onion, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How many green onions do you use?
1 bunch
I tried this tonight it was delicious. Had an impromptu supper with my grandkids and they loved it too. Thank you.
Hi Chris, that is awesome so glad everyone enjoyed it 🙂
Hi this sounds so delicious. Wondering if steamable frozen cauliflower can be used instead?
Hi, yes I think that will work just as well 🙂
How much frozen cauliflower rice would be used for this recipe? It mentions a large head, but I am not sure how to translate that into cups or oz. Thanks so much for your help. I have some cauli-rice in the freezer that I’d love to use for this yummy-sounding recipe!
Hi Michelle, I’d guess about 4-5 cups maybe
Finally got around to making this tonight – really enjoyed! Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it Caitlyn 🙂
This is delicious! I’ve made it twice in the past week! It’s a great Palternative to a “cheesy side” without having to do potatoes, plus it’s extra veggies! I use 1.5oz of cream cheese=3 tbsp. Make exactly as written, just add extra garlic and a little less cheese. Last week, I served with veggie burgers, then leftovers with a whole roasted chicken. Last night, I served with mini meatloaf and broccoli. Perfect!
Hi Laura, so glad you enjoyed it, thanks for sharing the tips 🙂