Keto Cheeseburger Casserole with Bacon

This keto cheeseburger casserole might just become your new favorite dinner recipe. Think of all the deliciousness of a juicy bacon cheeseburger – without the bun, but with all the burger ingredients you love! It’s perfect whether you’re cooking for the family, hosting friends, or meal prepping for the week. Plus, it’s super simple to make, loaded with protein, healthy fats, and all the classic cheeseburger flavors—totally guilt-free!

Low-carb casseroles are seriously the best, right? They make sticking to the keto diet so much easier, and meal planning is a total no-brainer.

Honestly, we pretty much live off casseroles. Plus, those mouthwatering smells? They have everyone running to the table before you even say, “Dinner’s ready!”

This low-carb cheeseburger casserole has become a go-to in our house—even the picky eaters love it. It’s a super simple ground beef casserole that’s budget-friendly and easy to throw together.

I mean, it’s got beef, bacon, and cheese all in one dish. How could it NOT be a winner?

Why You’ll Love This Keto Cheeseburger Casserole

This recipe isn’t just tasty—it’s got everything you need for a great keto dish:

• Meal Prep Win: It reheats like a dream, making it perfect for busy days.
• Family-Approved: Both adults and kids will love this cheesy, bacon-packed goodness.
• Totally Customizable: Add your favorite toppings, switch up the cheese, or try different seasonings to make it your own.

Craving a cheeseburger without all the carbs? This dish has you covered.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up this tasty keto casserole:

• Ground Beef: Think of it as the burger patty base for your dish.
• Garlic Cloves + Onion Powder: For that extra flavor kick.
• Sugar-Free Bacon: Brings a smoky, salty crunch to every bite.
• Eggs: They help hold everything together and adds creaminess.
• Tomato Paste: Adds a little tang without the extra carbs.
• Heavy Cream: Makes the egg mixture rich and velvety.
• Salt + Ground Pepper: Simple seasoning to balance the flavors.
• Grated Cheddar Cheese: The ultimate cheeseburger topper—some goes inside, some melts beautifully on top!

Tips To Perfect Your Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

So, how do you make keto cheeseburger casserole? Quickly and easily, that’s how!

• Pre-bake the bacon. Have you tried the baking bacon method yet? It’s so simple to cook it in the oven until it’s nice and crisp. You get picture-perfect strips, and it’s a lot easier than frying in a pan. No more standing over a large skillet and dodging flying grease splatters!
• Freshly grate cheese at home. This will keep the carb impact and inflammatory ingredients to a minimum. There are hidden carbs in pre-shredded cheese, as potato starch or other fillers are added to keep the cheddar cheese shreds from clumping.
• Add cheese to the keto sauce. You can either stir the cheese into the meat or the sauce. I ended up stirring the cheese into the sauce, because it’s all going to melt together anyhow, so why not keep things nice and simple?
• Make it dairy-free. Swap the heavy cream for unsweetened almond or coconut milk and use dairy-free cheese.
• Add custom toppings. Top your casserole with keto-friendly ingredients like avocado slices, jalapeños, or a drizzle of sugar-free ketchup.

Serving Suggestions

What are some of your favorite side dishes to pair with burgers? I bet there are plenty of keto-friendly options you can whip up!

Love French fries? Try these jicama fries and crispy gluten-free green bean fries. They’ve got that same crunchy vibe and delicious flavor, but only 4.6g net carbs per serving.

If you don’t love fries, these keto onion rings are super tasty and way healthier.

If you’re looking for something really low-carb, go for this mock low-carb potato salad. It’s only 3g net carbs per serving!

Storing and Reheating Tips

To keep your burger casserole fresh and tasty, make sure you store and reheat it the right way. Here’s how:

• Storage: Pop any leftovers into an airtight container or wrap them up tightly with plastic wrap. It’ll stay good in the fridge for 3-4 days.
• Reheating: When it’s time to reheat, just grab what you need, put it in a microwave-safe dish, and heat for 1-2 minutes until it’s nice and hot. Prefer the stovetop? Add a little oil to a pan and warm it over medium heat until it’s heated through.

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First published on February 8, 2016. Post updated on June 25, 2025, with new images and updated recipe card.

Recipe

Keto Cheeseburger Casserole with Bacon

This keto bacon cheeseburger casserole is the ultimate comfort food while staying low-carb. Packed with juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and flavorful spices, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping ahead of time.

Prep Time:20 minutes mins

Cook Time:35 minutes mins

Total Time:55 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

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Instructions

• Chop and cook bacon in a cast-iron skillet until crispy. Drain the bacon grease and set aside.

• Brown ground beef with garlic and onion powder over medium high heat.

• Drain excess grease, then spread beef on the bottom of a cast-iron skillet.

• Stir bacon pieces into cooked beef.

• In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, tomato paste, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until well combined.

• Stir 8 ounces grated cheese into egg mixture.

• Pour egg mixture over beef and bacon.

• Top with remaining 4 ounces of grated cheese.

• Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Notes

• If you want a less eggy casserole, reduce eggs and add more beef. Mushrooms, onions, and pickles are great add-ins!
• Leftovers can be frozen for up to 6 months. It keeps in the refrigerator for at least 5 days.
• If you’d like to cut the recipe in half, an 8×8-inch baking dish instead. Or, you can double the recipe and use a 10×15 pan, and have deeper slices.
• Add some jalapeños and pepper jack with some diced tomatoes for a Southwest casserole.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 577 | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 211mg | Sodium: 732mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 925IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 3mg

Additional Info

Net Carbs:
4
g

|

% Carbs:
2.8
%

|

% Protein:
19.7
%

|

% Fat:
77.5
%

|

SmartPoints:
21

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