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    Home » Keto Breakfast » Keto Frittata with Bacon and Brie

    Published: Feb 21, 2023 by Carolyn

    Keto Frittata with Bacon and Brie

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    Practically carb-free, you can serve this easy keto frittata for breakfast, brunch, or dinner! Flavorful and hearty, it takes only 25 minutes to make from start to finish.

    Puffy keto frittata in a cast iron skillet with a striped napkin.

    Have I ever mentioned how much I love keto frittata? It’s honestly something everyone should learn how to make. So if you’ve never made one, I urge you address this oversight immediately.

    The first meal I ever made for my husband was a spinach parmesan frittata. This was long before we were married, and I found a book on Italian cooking on his bookshelf.

    When I read that recipe, I practically ran to the grocery store to pick up the ingredients. It was so simple and so elegant, and I couldn’t wait to surprise him with a home-cooked meal. I’ve been hooked on this incredibly flavorful dish ever since.

    If you love easy egg dishes, be sure to check out Sheet Pan Frittata and Keto Breakfast Casserole too.

    Two slices of keto frittata with crisp bacon and melty brie on a blue plate.

    What’s so great about keto frittata?

    I could wax poetic about this classic Italian egg dish all day long but here’s why I love it and why you need to make it:

    It’s extremely low in carbohydrates. A basic egg frittata typically has less than 5g total carbs per serving, depending on what else you put in it. And this keto bacon frittata has less than 2g per serving!

    It’s infinitely variable. Think of frittata the way you might think of a pizza crust. There are so many ways to shake it up, so many delicious variations, and the sky’s the limit. You can take any frittata base, which is just eggs, cream, salt, and pepper, and put your own spin on it. This bacon and brie version is my favorite keto frittata recipe.

    It’s deceptively simple to make. Once you have your ingredients together and your add-ins prepped, it takes only about 10 minutes. There is no real work involved, no huge fuss and effort.

    It’s great for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. It’s good hot out of the oven but it’s also good at room temperature, making it extra versatile.

    It’s perfect for keto meal prep. Frittata can be easily stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, and is just as good re-warmed in the oven or microwave. So you can make a big one, slice it all up, and have an easy keto meal any time of the week.

    Rave Reviews

    “This was SOOOOO good and really easy – no fussing with the eggs once they’re in the pan. The flavors are so nice together and I’m looking forward to the leftovers. another hit, Carolyn, thanks!” — Linda

    “This was heavenly! I make frittatas a lot, but this was the best one I’ve ever made, hands down. Thank you!” — Nicole

    “I love, love, love this recipe. We have it every week 🙂 A favorite in our household, Thanks so much!!! 😀” — Susan

    Ingredients you need

    Top down image of ingredients for Keto Frittata.
    • Bacon: You can also try this with prosciutto or pancetta. I like to chop my bacon up before cooking, as it crisps up more evenly.
    • Brie: It’s easier to cut the brie into thin slices when it’s cold. You can leave the rind on or remove it. Personally I leave it on as it’s delicious.
    • Eggs: Eggs are the main ingredient in any good frittata. Use large eggs unless otherwise specified.
    • Heavy whipping cream: Heavy whipping cream makes this frittata extra fluffy.
    • Garlic: Fresh garlic adds much more flavor than garlic powder.
    • Salt and pepper

    Step by step directions

    1. Cook the bacon: Cook the chopped bacon in a 10-inch oven-proof skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and let drain on a paper towel lined plate. Leave at least 2 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet (if you are using cast iron, you may want to leave more) and remove from heat. Let the skillet cool before proceeding.

    2. Whisk the eggs: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the cream, garlic, salt and pepper and about two thirds of the cooked bacon. Set the skillet over medium low heat and swirl remaining bacon grease to coat bottom and sides.

    3. Add eggs to the pan: Pour the egg mixture into skillet and cook undisturbed until edges are set up center is still somewhat loose, 7 to 10. Layer the sliced brie evenly over the top. Don’t pile it all in the center. Sprinkle with the remaining bacon.

    4. Broil: Preheat the broiler to high and set an oven rack on the second highest setting in the oven. Broil until puffed and golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes, watching carefully to make sure it doesn’t burn. Remove and let cool a few minutes before serving.

    Close up shot of keto frittata in a cast iron pan with a slice taken out of it.

    Expert tips

    There are many ways to make frittata, but the classic Italian method is to first cook it over low heat in a skillet, and then transfer the skillet to the oven and place it under the broiler. It gets puffed and browned with this method and it’s become my favorite way to make it. It’s very easy but there are a few tricks for getting it right.

    Use an oven-proof skillet: It doesn’t need to be cast iron, but you want a good sturdy skillet that can go from stovetop to oven. It also should be able to withstand the heat of the broiler, so make sure your pan can handle heat of up to 500ºF.

    Make sure your pan isn’t too hot: You actually want to cook a keto frittata quite slowly so keep the pan on low heat. If your pan is set over medium and you add the egg mixture, it’s going to fry quickly and your frittata will be tough.

    Let the sides set undisturbed: Once the egg mixture is in the pan, leave it alone for a few minutes. Wait until you can run a rubber spatula around the edges without liquid eggs spilling under. You want the center to be quite loose when you transfer it to the oven.

    Watch it closely under the broiler: Broilers differ in strength so watch your frittata closely. Once your keto frittata is puffed and has a few brown spots, it’s cooked through.

    A spatula lifting a slice of keto frittata above the pan.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a frittata vs quiche?

    Although there are many similarities between frittata and quiche, they are not the same. Quiches typically have crusts, and are cooked more slowly so that they have a custard texture. Frittatas do not have crust and cook faster in the pan. Check out my Keto Quiche recipe and you will see the difference.

    How many carbs are in keto frittata?

    This easy keto frittata recipe has 1.8g of carbs per serving.

    Can frittata be made in advance?

    You can make frittata in advance and reheat it when you are ready to serve. A frittata will keep in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating in the oven or microwave.

    A slice of keto frittata with bacon and brie on a blue plate.

    Variations

    Not a fan of brie or bacon? You can make keto frittata with any delicious add-ins. Try these ideas:

    1. Broccoli and Cheddar (I recommend steaming the broccoli first, for tenderness).
    2. Zucchini and Parmesan
    3. Sausage and Mushroom
    4. Spinach and Feta
    5. Ham and Cheese

    More easy keto brunch recipes

    • Almond Flour Keto Pancakes
    • Keto Coffee Cake
    • Blueberry Keto Scones
    • Keto Chocolate Chip Muffins
    • Denver Omelet Muffins
    • Keto Breakfast Pizza
    Puffy keto frittata in a cast iron skillet with a striped napkin.

    Keto Frittata with Brie and Bacon

    Practically carb-free, you can serve this easy keto frittata for breakfast, brunch, or dinner! Flavorful and hearty, it takes only 25 minutes to make from start to finish.
    4.86 from 28 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: bacon frittata, keto frittata
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 338kcal

    Ingredients

    • 8 slices bacon chopped
    • 8 large eggs
    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • 4 ounces brie sliced thin (easiest to do when it’s cold)
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    Instructions

    • Cook the chopped bacon in a 10-inch oven-proof skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and let drain on a paper towel lined plate. Leave at least 2 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet (if you are using cast iron, you may want to leave more) and remove from heat. Let the skillet cool before proceeding.
    • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the cream, garlic, salt and pepper and about two thirds of the cooked bacon. Set the skillet over medium low heat and swirl remaining bacon grease to coat bottom and sides.
    • Pour the egg mixture into skillet and cook undisturbed until edges are set up center is still somewhat loose, 7 to 10. Layer the sliced brie overtop. Sprinkle with the remaining bacon.
    • Preheat the broiler to high and set an oven rack on the second highest setting in the oven. Broil until puffed and golden brown,2 to 5 minutes, watching carefully to make sure it doesn't burn.
    • Remove and let cool a few minutes before serving.

    Notes

    Storage Information: Store the frittata in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating in the oven or microwave. 
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Frittata with Brie and Bacon
    Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
    Calories 338 Calories from Fat 243
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 27g42%
    Carbohydrates 1.8g1%
    Fiber 0.1g0%
    Protein 18g36%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Kathy says

      September 08, 2023 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful, versatile dish. Easy to make and perfect for adding ingredients to change it up. I’m always amazed at the many different ways to make eggs and how they take on tastes of other foods. Yummy. Thanks for another winner!

      Reply
    2. Rose O. says

      July 12, 2023 at 7:53 pm

      5 stars
      This was absolutely delicious and beautiful!!
      Thank you for all the recipes and all your hard work.

      Reply
    3. Dana Grilikhes says

      June 18, 2023 at 5:12 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and so easy!!! Thank you for your recipes!

      Reply
    4. Carol Boden says

      March 26, 2023 at 4:07 pm

      5 stars
      Made ours today with items that needed to be eaten up: red, green peppers and onions, dried curly kale, a couple of slices of Black Forest ham chopped and an 8 oz bag of uncured bacon bits all sautéed in hickory bacon fat, plus a rather hard 1/2 wheel of Brie. In my cast iron pan. Oh my was this tasty! Perfect instructions! Will definitely make again…

      Reply
    5. Julia Nelson says

      March 18, 2023 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      This is a Winner!!! I made it as a quiche in my deep dish pyrex pie plate and it was perfect for the amount of filling. I added caramelized onions and roasted red pepper strips from a jar. It will be on repeat at our house!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 18, 2023 at 1:57 pm

        Excellent!

        Reply
    6. Mishelle says

      March 08, 2023 at 8:39 pm

      5 stars
      I love both bacon and brie so I couldn’t wait to whip this up for a quick dinner! I’m a big can of Carolyn’s recipes and this one didn’t disappoint! Easy directions to follow and a perfect end result! Thanks for all of your hard work! Another winning recipe!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 11, 2023 at 9:32 am

        Glad to hear it!

        Reply
    7. Pam says

      March 01, 2023 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      I made this last week so delicious. Carolyn, I wanted to share Maria & Craig’s response to the sweetener “study”. It made me feel better!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTUWGr9RZ5o

      Reply
    8. Kristi Lee says

      February 21, 2023 at 10:33 am

      5 stars
      It was meant to be!!! I was trying to decide what to make for breakfast this morning and suddenly this recipe popped up on the top of my phone screen. I cooked it following your amazing recipe and also added some mushrooms and bell pepper. Excellent. Planned to have leftovers tomorrow but my husband ate 3 servings! Thanks so much for the new idea. It will definitely go into my rotation.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 21, 2023 at 2:04 pm

        Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    9. Mare says

      April 04, 2022 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      I have always made just spinach and bacon frittatas with optional additions. However, you can bet I will be making this very soon. I do not have a cast iron skillet as they are too heavy for me. My other half and I mix it up and put it in an oven glass dish. I’m pretty much a pig eating the majority of it, but I don’t care…. hahahahaha

      Reply
    10. Nancy Wilkinson says

      April 19, 2021 at 9:43 am

      5 stars
      Made this delightful dish for breakfast this morning! Wonderful! Everyone loved it.

      Reply
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