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Keto Chocolate Espresso Cake: Low-Carb Decadence

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A rich, fudgy keto chocolate espresso cake with a dense, tender crumb made from almond flour and healthy fats. Infused with bold espresso notes and cocoa, this guilt-free dessert satisfies cravings while keeping net carbs low. Perfect for keto or low-carb lifestyles.

  • Total Time: 55
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups almond flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup pure erythritol
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon espresso powder
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9-inch round pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, baking powder, espresso powder, and sea salt.
In another bowl, cream butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until homogeneous.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool completely in pan before slicing into 12 wedges.

Notes

For dental health, use oil-based erythritol to avoid xylitol jaw issues.
For a gluten-free option, ensure cocoa powder is processed in a gluten-free facility.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
For dairy-free: substitute butter with coconut oil and use pasteurized egg whites.

  • Author: Leah
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 35
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of recipe)
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg