keto friendly pizza casserole with heavy cream and eggs

Ever find yourself craving pizza, but the carb-heavy crust just totally ruins your keto streak? Oh, I’ve been there — staring at everyone else eating takeout, practically drooling, and wishing I could just tuck into something cheesy, saucy, cozy. That’s how I landed on this keto friendly pizza casserole with heavy cream and eggs. If you’ve missed that classic “pizza night” vibe but need it gluten-free and low carb, you are in for a treat. Not kidding, this casserole absolutely saves pizza night at my place (and if you love simple ideas, check out this savory keto pizza casserole comfort food or my all-time favorite creamy keto tuna casserole recipe). Trust me, you don’t have to give up everything good!

What ingredients do you need for this recipe?

You won’t need anything fancy, which I love because, let’s be honest, I rarely have time to hunt down specialty stuff. You’ll want eggs and heavy cream for the base (that’s the magic pizza “crust,” my friend), your favorite pizza sauce (just double-check the label for hidden sugars), cooked ground beef or sausage (totally your call), shredded mozzarella cheese, and…well, your favorite toppings. I sorta lose my mind for pepperoni, mushrooms, peppers, black olives, and a sprinkle of basil. Don’t skip salt and pepper, seriously — boring pizza is the worst.

The real secret here? Those eggs and cream together. They puff up and get all quiche-like, but with a pizza flavor so it doesn’t feel like breakfast-for-dinner. Makes you forget you’re eating “diet” food. I started with these basic things and just switch up the toppings when the mood strikes. Pretty forgiving recipe, if you ask me — which means it’s on repeat around here.

Oh, and if you’re drooling after reading this, you’d love my cheesy keto chicken broccoli casserole too. There’s something about creamy, bubbly casseroles that makes keto so much easier to stick to!

Step-by-step directions

All right, let’s not make it complicated. Preheat your oven — that’s honestly the step I forget most — to 375°F. While it’s heating up, crack four or five eggs in a big bowl, pour in about ¾ cup of heavy cream, and whisk that till it’s smooth. Season it up, not too wild, but don’t be stingy.

I get my ground beef or sausage cooking in a pan while all this is happening. Drain it once it’s browned. Now, in a greased casserole dish (go big or go home), pour your egg-cream mix; layer the cooked meat over the top, then pour on your low carb pizza sauce. I do about a cup, but honestly, it’s not science. Layer on your toppings and a whole mess of shredded mozzarella. It looks ridiculous before it bakes, but trust the process.

Bake it until the eggs are set and the cheese is bubbling with little brown spots, usually like 25-30 minutes. Don’t peek too soon, or you’ll let all the oven heat out (yep, learned the hard way). Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 min so it won’t fall apart when you scoop it.

Step	What To Do
1	Preheat oven to 375°F
2	Whisk eggs & heavy cream
3	Brown meat & prep toppings
4	Layer in casserole dish as described
5	Bake 25-30 min
6	Let cool slightly before serving

Variations and options for customizing

Here’s the fun part — you basically riff on this every time. Sometimes I swap sausage for leftover rotisserie chicken, or sneak in spinach for those “oh shoot, I need more veggies” days. If you really dig deep-dish, add more cheese. You could try sliced tomatoes or even artichoke hearts (reminds me of a pizza place I went to back in college — kinda wild but tasty).

For the sauce, use a no-sugar-added marinara if you want that classic tang, or try a homemade sauce if you get all ambitious. I sometimes sprinkle a little Parmesan on top before baking, because, well, more cheese is always the answer.

And hey, if you want more pizza inspiration, this deliciously easy pizza casserole gets devoured in my house, even by the pickiest eater.

Why you will love this recipe

First off, it hits that pizza craving spot big time without the gluten or carbs. It’s basically a warm hug in a dish. And (not even joking), people have told me it’s like a five-star restaurant on a Tuesday night at home. Cleanup is hilariously easy — just one casserole to wash.

Also, you can have leftovers for lunch or breakfast, and it reheats way better than actual pizza. That’s a little life hack for ya.

“I made this pizza casserole and my kids asked for seconds, which never happens with ‘keto food.’ I’m seriously never making a separate meal for myself again.” — Jamie P., Ohio

So, if your weeknights are mayhem, this is a game-changer.

Expert Tips

• Bake until the edges are golden brown and the center doesn’t jiggle when you give the dish a shake.
• Slice your pizza toppings thin so they cook through quickly (raw onions can be a sad surprise).
• If you like a crispier cheese layer, broil for just 2-3 minutes at the end — watch like a hawk!

Last tip: Let it sit before cutting, no joke. Hot casserole is lava. Don’t scorch your taste buds out of excitement.

Common Questions

Ready for Pizza Night Anytime

So, there you go — my take on legit, low carb comfort food. This keto friendly pizza casserole with heavy cream and eggs is the thing that finally made pizza night possible again for me. You can riff on it, change the toppings, even get picky eaters on board. For more gluten-free brilliance, check out recipes like Low Carb Pizza Casserole – Gluten Free & Keto! and Low-Carb Deconstructed Pizza Casserole if you’re itching to try another style, or this creative Keto Pizza Casserole. Pizza night is saved, my friend — dive in and enjoy each bite!

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