This casserole is everything we love about a classic bacon cheeseburger—juicy beef, crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and tangy pickles—all baked into one bubbling, crave-worthy dish. It’s rich, comforting, and hits that fast-food nostalgia in a way that’s surprisingly keto-friendly.
We first came up with this recipe on a night when we were seriously craving a cheeseburger but didn’t want to deal with lettuce wraps or dry keto buns. We tossed together all our favorite burger ingredients, layered them into a casserole dish, added a creamy, cheesy topping, and popped it in the oven. The result? A low-carb dinner that instantly became a weeknight staple.
It’s hearty, satisfying, and super customizable. You can add onions, mustard, even chopped pickles right into the mix if you’re feeling it. It’s also one of those meals that’s even better the next day—if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers. Whether you’re making it for family dinner or just meal prepping for the week, this casserole always delivers big flavor and cozy vibes.
Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
This keto bacon cheeseburger casserole combines ground beef, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a creamy egg-based topping to create a rich, comforting, low-carb dish.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
For the Creamy Topping:
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
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Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Season: Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add chopped bacon and mix well.
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Add pickles (optional): Stir in chopped pickles for a classic cheeseburger twist.
Build the Casserole:
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Preheat oven: Set to 375°F.
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Layer it up: Spread the beef mixture into a greased 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish. Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Make the Topping:
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Mix topping: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, remaining cheddar, mustard, and ketchup if using.
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Pour & bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the beef layer. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until set and golden on top.
Serve:
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Cool & slice: Let sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Top with extra pickles, ketchup drizzle, or shredded lettuce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 6 ServingCalories:490kcalTotal Fat:38gSaturated Fat: 16gTotal Carbohydrate:5gDietary Fiber: 1gSugars: 1gProtein:30g
Note
Substitutions & Variations
- No dairy? Use dairy-free cheese and coconut cream in place of heavy cream.
- Spicy version: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the topping.
- Different meat: Try ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Taco twist: Add taco seasoning and swap cheddar for pepper jack for a spicy variation.
