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    Keto Chocolate Cake

    August 18, 2021 by Keto Cooking Christian 8 Comments

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    Moist and fluffy Keto chocolate cake layered with a rich and creamy sugar-free ganache frosting is the ultimate low carb dessert everyone will love!

    slice of Keto Chocolate Cake being held up with cake in background

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    When it comes to low carb or gluten free desserts, it just does not get any better than chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. Adults love it, kids love it, everyone loves it! But not just any ole chocolate cake will do.

    Keto Chocolate Cake on cake stand with slice on white plate

    Finding the perfect Keto chocolate cake recipe, that not only has an the most decadent, rich chocolate flavor but ALSO has that fluffy texture, that you know and love in traditional layer cake, can seem almost impossible to find. That was until now!

    closeup of slice of Keto Chocolate Cake on white plate

    Though making this cake will take a few extra steps, after you take that first bite, you'll see that this is the absolute BEST Keto chocolate cake recipe you've ever had! It's so delectable, no one will even know it's low carb.

    What's in Keto Chocolate Cake

    • Super fine almond flour
    • Monk fruit/allulose confectioners
    • Unsweetened cocoa powder
    • Oat fiber
    • Sour cream
    • Mascarpone cheese
    • Sugar-free semi sweet chocolate chips
    • Butter
    • Heavy cream
    • Eggs
    • Baking powder
    • Instant coffee granules 
    • Vanilla extract
    • Salt

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Gluten Free Chocolate Cake

    To Make the Keto Cake

    Preheat oven to 350°F.

    Add the almond flour, oat fiber, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt to a mixing bowl.

    keto chocolate cake fry ingredients in glass bowl

    Whisk until well combined.

    Keto chocolate cake dry ingredients in glass bowl with whisk

    In a separate bowl, add in the egg whites and beat using a hand mixer to stiff peaks, then set aside.

    egg whites being mixed in hand mixer

    In another bowl, add in the egg yolks, butter, monk fruit/allulose, sour cream, remaining heavy cream, coffee mixture and vanilla.  Mix until well combined.

    Keto chocolate cake wet and dry ingredients in glass bowl

    Fold in the egg whites and mix until they are combined.  Then mix in the dry ingredients and mix just until combined, without over-mixing.

    2 cakes pans with Keto chocolate cake mix

    Pour the batter evenly into two 9” nonstick cake pans that are lined with parchment paper rounds and sprayed with nonstick spray.  Be sure to also spray the sides of the pan.

    Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick, when inserted, comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

    To Make the Sugar-Free Ganache Frosting

    While the cakes are baking, add the chocolate chips to a mixing bowl.

    cream being poured over chocolate chips in glass bowl

    Heat up the heavy cream, just until tiny bubbles start to form around the edges of the pot.  Pour the hot heavy cream over the chocolate chips and allow to sit for 5 minutes.

    melted chocolate dripping from whisk over glass bowl

    Whisk the chocolate/heavy cream mixture until you get a thick rick ganache.  Allow to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes.

    Keto Chocolate ganache frosting being mixed with hand mixer

    Using a hand mixer, mix in the mascarpone cheese and monk fruit/allulose until combined. Allow to sit at room temperature while the cakes cool.

    Keto Chocolate Cake on cake stand with frosting being spread on top

    Once the cakes have cooled completely, add the first cake upside down (flat side up) onto a cake stand or plate. 

    A little tip for keeping the cake stand clean: take ½ parchment sheet and cut it into 4 strips, then place them halfway under each side of the cake. Take ⅓ of the frosting and spread it over the top using an offset spatula.

    two layers of chocolate cake with frosting in between and on top

    Take the second cake and add it over the top flat sound down this time.

    Keto Chocolate Cake on cake stand with chocolate shavings on top

    Take another ⅓ of the frosting and spread it over the top.  Finally, take the remaining frosting and frost the sides of the cake and serve. I made some chocolate shavings using a Lily's chocolate bar and a peeler to decorate the top.

    Keto Chocolate Cake slice being take out

    Can I Freeze Almond Flour Chocolate Cake?

    If you're wanting to make this Keto cake in advance, you can always make it and freeze it until you need it.

    To do so, set the entire assembled cake uncovered on a sheet pan and place it on an even surface in the freezer. Allow it to freeze like that for about 2 hours, then just remove it from the freezer and wrap tightly in a couple of layers of plastic wrap followed by a final layer of foil.

    To freeze leftover slices of chocolate cake, you will follow these exact steps except the slices will only need to freeze for about an hour before wrapping.

    Be sure to remove the plastic wrap prior to thawing the cake in the fridge.

    slice of Keto Chocolate Cake being held up with cake in background

    Can I Eat Cake on Keto?

    Almond flour chocolate cake is not only low carb it's also healthy! Almond flour has many vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin E and magnesium.

    That's not to say you can't have too much of a good thing. As with any sweet treat, even sugar free ones, you should eat them in moderation.

    closeup of slice of Keto Chocolate Cake on white plate

    Tips for Making the Perfect Keto Chocolate Cake

    • Allow it to Completely Cool: When you see just how scrumptious the cake smells while it's baking, you may be in a rush to get it frosted. But chocolate cake layers made with almond is delicate and will need to be cool completely before you try and transfer them to a cake plate for frosting to ensure they do not crumble.
    • How to Store Chocolate Cake: You'll want to keep this low carb chocolate cake with chocolate frosting in the fridge to ensure it stays fresh. Store it in a cake keeper or other air tight container for up to a week.
    • Best Sweetener for Sugar Free Ganache: Everyone has their favorite sugar substitute. And depending on the recipe, some may work better than others. For this recipe, you really want a good quality sweetener that doesn't have a strange aftertaste. I have found that this Wholesome Yum's Besti Monk Fruit/Allulose is a superb blend that makes fantastic tasting cakes and frostings without the cooling effect some other sugar substitutes have.
    • Best Flour for Gluten Free Chocolate Cake: For this recipe, I also used Wholesome Yum's Besti Super Fine Almond Flour and really love it!. It's got such a nice mild flavor and perfect texture. Use code: KCC10 to save 10%.
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    Besti Super Fine Almond Flour

    What Toppings go with Gluten Free Chocolate Cake?

    Quite frankly, I love chocolate cake all by its lonesome! Chocolate cake with ganache served with with a hot cup of coffee is just perfect to me. But if want to serve this for a special occasion or want a little extra decadence, here are some great ideas for you:

    • Shavings from your favorite flavored sugar-free chocolate bar makes a delicious and beautiful presentation.
    • Sugar-free homemade whipped topping is a fresh and classic topping that is always a hit with chocolate cake.
    • Fresh seasonal berries add a wonderful contrast of flavors and the colors look amazing in contrast to the chocolate cake.
    Keto Chocolate Cake on cake stand with slice missing

    More Keto Chocolate Desserts

    • Almond Joy Chocolate Mousse
    • Sugar Free Nutella Chocolate Mousse
    • White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
    • No Bake Raspberry Tart
    • Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
    • Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies
    • Chocolate Mocha Mini Cupcakes
    • Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies
    • Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
    • Silky Chocolate Avocado Mousse

    If you'd like to know more about baking on Keto, this article, Keto Baking Made Easy, is loaded with tips and info that you'll find helpful. You might also check out my Keto Sweet Treats eBook that has 50 amazing Keto dessert recipes, all with color pics, macros and more! I'm offering it at 50% off when you subscribe to my free weekly emails here.

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    Keto Chocolate Cake

    Moist and fluffy Keto chocolate cake layered with a rich and creamy sugar-free ganache frosting is the ultimate low carb dessert everyone will love!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Author: Julianne
    Course: Dessert
    Calories: 300
    Servings: 16

    INGREDIENTS

    For the Cake

    • 3 cups super fine almond flour
    • 1 ½ cups monk fruit/allulose confectioners
    • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ½ cup oat fiber, see notes
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • ½ cup butter, room temperature
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 6 whole eggs, separated
    • 2 tablespoons baking powder
    • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch of salt

    For the Ganache Frosting

    • 1 ⅓ cups heavy cream
    • 15 ounces sugar free semi sweet chocolate chips
    • 4 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons monk fruit/allulose confectioners

    INSTRUCTIONS

    To Make the Cake

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Add the almond flour, oat fiber, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt to a mixing bowl and whisk until well combined.
    • In a separate bowl, add in the egg whites and beat using a hand mixer to stiff peaks, then set aside.
    • In another bowl, add in the egg yolks, butter, monk fruit/allulose, sour cream, remaining heavy cream, coffee mixture and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
    • Fold in the egg whites and mix until they are combined. Then mix in the dry ingredients and mix just until combined, without over-mixing.
    • Pour the batter evenly into two 9” nonstick cake pans that are lined with parchment paper rounds and sprayed with nonstick spray. Be sure to also spray the sides of the pan.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick, when inserted, comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

    To Make the Frosting

    • While the cakes are baking, add the chocolate chips to a mixing bowl. Heat up the heavy cream, just until tiny bubbles start to form around the edges of the pot. Pour the hot heavy cream over the chocolate chips and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
    • Whisk the chocolate/heavy cream mixture until you get a thick rick ganache. Allow to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
    • Using a hand mixer, mix in the mascarpone cheese and monk fruit/allulose until combined. Allow to sit at room temperature while the cakes cool.
    • Once the cakes have cooled completely, add the first cake upside down (flat side up) onto a cake stand or plate. A little tip for keeping the cake stand clean: take ½ parchment sheet and cut it into 4 strips, then place them halfway under each side of the cake.
    • Take ⅓ of the frosting and spread it over the top using an offset spatula. Take the second cake and add it over the top flat sound down this time.
    • Take another ⅓ of the frosting and spread it over the top. Finally, take the remaining frosting and frost the sides of the cake and serve. I made some chocolate shavings using a Lily's chocolate bar and a peeler to decorate the top.

    RECIPE NOTES

    Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It's pure insoluble fiber, which doesn't dissolve in water and isn't broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that's why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!
    To get the best results, it's best to use oat fiber if you can. If you're unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.
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    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Chocolate Cake
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 300 Calories from Fat 234
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 26g40%
    Saturated Fat 11g69%
    Carbohydrates 10g3%
    Fiber 6g25%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 9g18%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol- Swerve/Erythritol, Allulose, or Monk Fruit.

    NOTE: Recipes using Swerve/Erythritol can be substituted 1:1 with a Monk fruit/Allulose blend.

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    1. Sandy

      June 30, 2022 at 5:36 pm

      Hello, I would like to make this cake for my daughter's 12th birthday in September. I was recently diagnois with diabetes so I've been looking for a cake recipe I could enjoy with her. She loves chocolate and this looks delish. My only dilemma is I have an 18 year old son who can not eat almonds. I discovered I can use oat flour to substitute the almond flour but since this recipe also calls for oat fiber do I just do away with this part or would I still need to include the oat fiber even though I'm using oat flour instead of almond flour? Appreciate your response.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 03, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        Oat flour is not an ingredient that is considered Keto-friendly, and I have not cooked with it. I would not think you'd need to add oat fiber also but there may be some suggestions on the bag of oat flour that can help you.

        Reply
    2. Lillian F

      September 11, 2021 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      How decadent…who doesn’t love chocolate cake. And it looks so amazing!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        September 11, 2021 at 10:58 am

        Thanks so much! It's probably my best cake yet, I really love everything about it!

        Reply
    3. Liesl

      September 07, 2021 at 6:08 pm

      What is the coffee mixture referenced in the recipe instructions? Should water be in the ingredients?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        September 08, 2021 at 10:51 am

        It is the coffee granules. There is no water added to them.

        Reply
    4. Stacy V

      August 26, 2021 at 12:39 pm

      5 stars
      Looks really good! How many servings please?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        August 27, 2021 at 8:53 am

        thank you! This cake recipe makes 16 servings.

        Reply

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