Keto Biscuit Pizza Casserole

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Keto Biscuit Pizza Casserole is a delicious cheesy meal. The cheesy casserole is perfect to make for a quick family dinner. They are with ground beef, pepperoni, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella. The topping of the cheesy casserole is full of almond flour biscuits, which give it a pizza taste. You can easily store it for a long time in a container so the texture and taste will not get spoiled. They contain 620 kcal, 36 g protein, and 7 g net carbs per serving. This recipe is healthy for the keto diet because it contains all the low-carb ingredients. Keto Biscuit Pizza Casserole can be served with roasted cauliflower, grilled chicken, and fresh cucumber salad.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Cooking Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Preparation Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 8
  • Course: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb

INGREDIENTS:

KETO BISCUIT TOPPING:

  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Half cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Quarter tsp garlic powder
  • Quarter tsp salt

PIZZA CASSEROLE:

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALMOND FLOUR:

  • You can use the almond flour to replace the regular flour in the recipe. It will give a soft texture to the biscuit toppings and add a nutty flavor to the casserole. You can also use coconut flour as per your choice, but it can require different quantities, and you have to adjust it in the recipe.

EGG:

  • Eggs are used to bind all the ingredients together. It will help the dough of the biscuit to hold together and give the biscuit topping structure. The eggs keep the shape of the biscuit and keep it soft from inside. Flax eggs and Chia eggs are a good substitute to be used in the recipe as per your choice.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • The mozzarella cheese gives a cheesy and creamy flavor to the casserole. It melts very smoothly and keeps the texture cheesy. The topping of the biscuit will become soft, and you will enjoy eating it.  Cheddar cheese & Monterey Jack cheese work well in the recipe as an alternative and give the best result.

BUTTER:

  • Butter will give the extra rich and creamy flavor to the biscuit topping. It will make the texture extra soft and give a buttery flair in the recipe. Olive oil & Coconut oil is the best choice as it works well and gives the same results as per your preference.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Firstly, heat the oven and grease a baking dish with oil.
  2. Then heat the pan on a low flame and add the ground beef and cook it until it gets brown.
  3. Now add the Italian seasonings and add the marina sauce, mix it until the beef gets coated.
  4. Then mix the almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl . Now add the eggs, melted butter, and mozzarella cheese; mix until it forms a soft dough.
  5. Then evenly spread the beef mixture in a dish & sprinkle the pepperoni over it, and add mozzarella cheese.
  6. Now divide the biscuit into small portions and place them in a casserole.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes, until the biscuit topping is cooked and the cheese melts.
  8. Lastly, let the casserole rest for 10 minutes, then serve.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You can easily store the casserole for 4 days in a container for better results.

FREEZER:

  • You can also keep it for a long time in a container so the taste and texture will not get spoiled.

TIPS:

  • You can use a marinara sauce to keep the casserole best for the keto diet.
  • Include the freshly shredded mozzarella cheese for the best melting.
  • Take some rest to let the casserole get set properly  then serve them .
  • Don’t over mix the biscuit dough for a long time so the topping will remain soft.

FAQs:

Should I prepare the casserole without almond flour?

  • Yes, you can prepare the casserole without it as per your choice in the recipe.

Should I use ground turkey instead of beef in the recipe?

  • Yes, you can use ground turkey as a good alternative instead of beef in the recipe.

Is it possible to prepare the casserole ahead of time?

  • Yes, you can prepare the casserole mixture ahead of time and chill it.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 620 kcal

Total Fat: 48 g

Protein: 36 g

Total Carbohydrates: 10 g

Fiber: 3 g

Net Carbs: 7 g

Sugar: 3 g

Sodium: 850 mg

Calcium: 280 mg

Iron: 3 mg

Potassium: 450 mg