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Keto Chocolate Cake

Cultural Context

Keto Chocolate Cake is a modern dessert that caters to the ketogenic diet, which emphasizes low-carb, high-fat foods. This cake allows those on keto to indulge in a rich chocolate treat without the guilt of traditional sugar-laden cakes. With its growing popularity, variations have emerged, including different flavor profiles and frostings, making it a favorite among health-conscious dessert lovers.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 cups super-fine blanched almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup unsweetened high-quality cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon espresso powder
2/3 cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
4 large eggs
1/2 cup melted coconut oil
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2/3 cup grass-fed unsalted butter
2.5 - 3 cups powdered monk fruit sweetener
1/2 cup unsweetened high-quality cocoa powder
2/3 teaspoons pure vanilla bean paste
2-3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt

almond flour

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Coconut flour is lower in carbs, while ground sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

erythritol

🥗Healthier: monk fruit sweetener

💰Cheaper: stevia

Monk fruit sweetener offers a natural alternative with zero calories.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Coconut cream is dairy-free and rich, while whole milk is more affordable.

sugar-free chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Dark chocolate is lower in sugar, while semi-sweet is often less expensive.

1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Add almond milk and apple cider vinegar to a large measuring cup and let sit for 5 minutes.

3

In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, powdered sweetener, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4

Add the beaten eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Pour in the curdled milk and mix until thoroughly combined.

5

Divide the batter evenly between two 8-inch round cake pans and bake for 18-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

6

Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before removing them.

7

For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, then gradually add the powdered sweetener and cocoa powder, mixing until combined.

8

Add vanilla, almond milk, and salt to the buttercream, and mix until fluffy.

9

Once the cake has cooled, assemble it by spreading a layer of buttercream between the two cake layers and frosting the top and sides.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

ketogluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

eggsnuts

Also Known As

Low-Carb Chocolate CakeSugar-Free Chocolate Cake

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