Keto Chocolate Coffee Layer Cake
Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free dessert experience with our latest creation: Keto Chocolate Coffee Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Picture this: layers of moist, chocolatey goodness infused with a subtle kick of coffee, all smothered in a velvety cream cheese frosting that’s simply divine. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, satisfying your sweet cravings while keeping you on track with your keto lifestyle. It’s the perfect balance of decadence and health-conscious choices, making every slice a celebration. Treat yourself to this culinary masterpiece and discover why dessert on keto has never tasted this good.
Here’s a detailed recipe for Keto Chocolate Coffee Layer Cake along with Cream Cheese Frosting:
Cake Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons almond flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Pyure sugar (or any other keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon instant coffee
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Pyure sugar (or any other keto-friendly sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ teaspoon instant coffee
- ½ tablespoon sugar-free vanilla syrup (optional)
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Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cake Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, melted butter, egg, sugar-free chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, Pyure sugar, vanilla extract, and instant coffee.
- Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract, unsweetened cocoa powder, Pyure sugar, melted butter, and instant coffee. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- If desired, add sugar-free vanilla syrup for extra flavor. Mix well.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, carefully remove it from the cake pan.
- Slice the cake horizontally to create two layers.
- Place one layer of the cake on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of the prepared cream cheese frosting evenly over the first layer of the cake.
- Place the second layer of the cake on top of the frosting.
- Spread the remaining cream cheese frosting over the top and sides of the cake, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Decorate (Optional):
- You can decorate the cake with additional sugar-free chocolate chips, cocoa powder, or any other keto-friendly toppings of your choice.
- Chill and Serve:
- Place the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
- Once chilled, slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious Keto Chocolate Coffee Layer Cake