Published: Feb 21, 2023 by Carolyn

Keto Frittata with Bacon and Brie

Name: Keto Frittata with Brie and Bacon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon (chopped); 8 large eggs; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; 4 ounces brie (sliced thin (easiest to do when it's cold))

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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:

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

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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.

4.89 from 34 votes

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: bacon frittata, keto frittata

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 25

Servings: 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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