Keto Carrot Cake
Description:
A delicious and moist carrot cake that’s low in carbs and perfect for those following a keto lifestyle. This cake is topped with a creamy, sugar-free cream cheese frosting for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol or any keto-friendly sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered erythritol or any keto-friendly powdered sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Mix Batter: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Fold in the grated carrots and nuts (if using).
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Serve: Slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious keto carrot cake!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Makes 12 Servings):
- Calories: ~300
- Total Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 7g
Note: Nutrition facts are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used. Adjustments can be made according to personal preferences and dietary needs.
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