Keto Loaded Bacon & Cheddar Cauliflower Soup
A rich, creamy cauliflower soup loaded with crispy bacon and cheddar — the perfect keto comfort meal.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Serving
- Extra shredded cheddar
- Extra crumbled bacon
- Sliced green onions
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add cauliflower florets and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook 12–15 minutes until cauliflower is very tender.
- Blend half the soup using an immersion blender to thicken, leaving some chunks.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
- Add crumbled bacon and simmer 3–4 more minutes.
- Serve topped with extra cheddar, bacon, green onions, and optional sour cream.