Keto Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Dive into the world of guilt-free indulgence with our signature Keto Yellow Cake topped with luscious chocolate frosting and creamy buttercream icing. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, combining the rich taste of chocolate with the moist, tender texture of our keto-friendly cake. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle.
Here’s a detailed recipe for Keto Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting and Buttercream Icing:
Keto Buttercream Icing:
- 3/4 cups unsweetened cocoa
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1.5 cups powdered sweetener (e.g., Swerve)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
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Instructions:
- Using a mixer, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sea salt, cocoa powder, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract. Blend until well combined and creamy.
- Slowly add heavy cream while mixing until desired consistency is reached. For a less fudgy icing, add a bit more heavy cream.
- Set aside until ready to use.
Keto Yellow Cake:
- 2.5 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1.5 cups sweetener (e.g., Swerve)
- 8 eggs, room temperature
- 1.5 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, softened butter, sweetener, room temperature eggs, vanilla extract, sea salt, softened cream cheese, and baking powder. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the tops are slightly toasted and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool completely in the pans before removing them.
Assembly:
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
- Spread a layer of the prepared Keto Buttercream Icing over the top of the cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing.
- Optionally, decorate the cake with additional toppings like berries or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve the Keto Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting and Buttercream Icing for a decadent and satisfying dessert that’s perfect for any occasion