Keto Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
A delicious and keto-friendly red velvet cake topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups Almond flour Can substitute with coconut flour (adjust quantity).
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder For rich chocolate flavor.
- 3/4 cup Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener Use a sweetener of your choice.
- 3 Large eggs Provide structure and moisture.
- 1 cup Buttermilk Can mix milk with vinegar as a substitute.
- 1 tbsp Red food coloring Use natural coloring if preferred.
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup Softened butter For mixing into the batter.
- 1 tbsp Baking powder For rising.
- 1 pinch Salt Enhances the flavors.
For the Frosting
- 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for better mixing.
- 1/2 cup Softened butter Should be at room temperature.
- 3/4 cup Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener To taste.
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract For flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and then add buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Stir until combined.
- Slowly pour the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake layers cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add the sweetener, then beat in vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Once the layers are cool, spread frosting between them and coat the outside with remaining frosting.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle crushed nuts or chocolate chips on top.
Serving
- Slice and enjoy your gorgeous Keto Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!
Notes
You can add a scoop of keto-friendly vanilla ice cream or serve with fresh berries for a delightful treat.