Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower Recipe

Fool your family and friends with this creamy, cheesy, and unbelievably delicious mashed cauliflower that tastes just like twice-baked potatoes! Perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or any time you crave comfort food. Even cauliflower haters will be begging for seconds. This recipe cleverly disguises cauliflower as creamy mashed potatoes, creating a healthier and surprisingly satisfying side dish.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 217.3 kcal

Protein 16g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower

1 large head (approximately 2 lbs) frozen cauliflower florets
½ cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
4 tablespoons butter (melted)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup water

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How to Make Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place 1 large head (approximately 2 lbs) of frozen cauliflower florets in a 1 ½-quart casserole dish.
Add ½ cup of water to the casserole dish.
Cover and microwave on high for 7 minutes.
Stir the cauliflower and microwave for another 4 minutes.
Let stand, covered, for 2 minutes.
Place the cauliflower in a colander to drain thoroughly. Blot with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Transfer the cauliflower to a food processor.
Add ½ cup sour cream, 4 ounces cream cheese (softened), 4 tablespoons butter (melted), ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, ¼ cup cooked and crumbled bacon, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper to the food processor.
Process until the mixture is completely smooth and resembles mashed potatoes.
Grease the same casserole dish used for steaming the cauliflower. Pour in the cauliflower mixture.
Top with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese and ¼ cup crumbled bacon.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C), or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

52g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower?

Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower?

Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower has approximately 217.3 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower?

The key ingredients for Mock Twice Baked Potatoes Cauliflower are Frozen Cauliflower, Sour Cream, Cream Cheese, Butter, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon. See the full list with measurements above.