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Creamy Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe with Easy Pickle Topping

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A creamy, low-carb bacon cheeseburger casserole topped with tangy pickles, perfect for keto and comfort food lovers seeking a satisfying, quick meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200 g)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (about 225 g)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup finely chopped pickles (dill or bread-and-butter)
  • Fresh chives or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Once cool, chop into bite-sized pieces. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet with bacon grease and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 7-9 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another minute.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Add mustard and half of the shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until well combined.
  6. Pour the creamy mixture over the cooked beef in the skillet and stir gently to coat evenly.
  7. Transfer the beef and cheese mixture into a prepared 8×8 inch oven-safe casserole dish and spread evenly.
  8. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and chopped bacon evenly over the casserole.
  9. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Remove casserole from oven and sprinkle chopped pickles evenly over the top. Garnish with fresh chives or green onions if using.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Softening cream cheese completely before mixing helps avoid lumps. Keep about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease for flavor. If cheese browns too quickly, cover casserole loosely with foil halfway through baking. Pickle topping adds essential crunch and tang—don’t skip it. For extra gooey cheese pull, add some mozzarella to the cheddar.

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Keywords: keto, low-carb, bacon cheeseburger casserole, creamy casserole, pickle topping, easy dinner, comfort food

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