These 4 Keto Homemade Mate Cakes From Grandma have a soft texture and are flavorful. These cakes are prepared using almond flour, coconut flour, butter, eggs, erythritol, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, orange zest, cinnamon, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and keto ingredients that create a rich flavor with minimal carbs. These cakes contain approximately 260 calories and only 5 grams of net carbs per serving. We prepare these delicious keto cakes in nearly one hour and fifteen minutes. These 4 Keto Homemade Mate Cakes From Grandma are ideal for tea-time snacks, brunches, birthdays, family gatherings, celebrations, dessert platters, holidays, parties, and cozy evenings. These cakes can be frozen for later use or kept in the refrigerator for a few days. Serve these cakes with whipped cream, keto coffee, almond milk latte, berry compote, cream cheese frosting, or sugar-free chocolate drizzle.
STATS:
- Cuisine: European
- Prep Duration: 25 minutes
- Caloric Content: 260 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Course: Dessert
- Cook Duration: 50 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Mode of Cooking: Baking
- Total yields: 12
- Level of Difficulty: Medium
- Overall Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowls
- Hand mixer
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Cake pans
- Rubber spatula
- Oven
- Cooling rack
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
BASE CAKE BATTER:
- 3 cups almond flour
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 1 cup powdered erythritol
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup almond milk
APPLE AND CINNAMON PIE:
- 1 small keto apple substitute
- 2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp nutmeg
MOIST ORANGE CAKE:
- 2 tbsp orange zest
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange extract
FLUFFY YOGURT CAKE:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- MARBLED PASTRY:
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
BUTTER:
- A creamy consistency and level of moisture may be done with butter. We might use cream cheese, avocado oil, or heavy cream.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt is required since it will supply moisture. It also imparts a smooth texture and tangy taste. A protein content will be delivered by this component. Alternatively, you might use almond milk or mascarpone cheese.
ORANGE EXTRACT:
- We have to use orange extract, as it will provide a citrus flavor and aromatic taste. As a replacement, you can use lemon extract, sugar-free orange syrup, or lemon extract.
COCOA POWDER:
- Because cocoa powder has a strong and delicious flavor, we utilize it. Alternatively, you can use espresso powder, unsweetened baking chocolate, or raw cacao powder.
CHAYOTE:
- You can use the chayote, which will deliver a mildly sweet taste and soft texture. Instead, we can use peeled cucumber, zucchini slices, or yellow squash.
ERYTHRITOL POWDER:
- The sweet taste of these cakes comes from erythritol powder. This powder contributes to the dessert’s flavor and deliciousness. Use the powdered sweetener to prevent lumps. Replace it with allulose, stevia, or monk fruit.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 175°Celcius and coat the cake pans.
- Blend the erythritol, flour of almond, powder of baking, and flour of coconut in a dish.
- Mix the almond milk, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract in a different dish.
- Whisk the dry mixture and wet ingredients to make the main batter.
- Evenly distribute the batter into 4 portions.
APPLE AND CINNAMON PIE:
- Mix the chayote slices, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a portion.
- Spread the mixture into the pan.
MOIST ORANGE CAKE:
- Include the orange extract, orange zest, and orange juice in a different portion.
- Carefully stir them and add them to the pan.
FLUFFY YOGURT CAKE:
- In the third section, include the Greek yogurt and cream cheese and thoroughly combine.
- Put the mixture in the pan.
MARBLED PASTRY:
- Mix half of the remaining batter with the chocolate powder.
- Include the vanilla batter and chocolate, and swirl them to get a marble effect.
- Bake till they are prepared for about forty minutes.
- Fully cool the cakes and then slice before serving.
TIPS:
- Include the chopped keto nuts for an additional texture.
- We utilize the neutral-temperature eggs to get fluffy cakes.
- Chill for a night and then serve to provide a powerful flavor.
- Do not mix the batter too much to maintain a soft texture of the cakes.
- We utilize baking paper, so the batter will not be sticky.
- Before making slices, completely cool the cakes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
APPLE AND CINNAMON PIE:
- Keto cinnamon whipped cream
- Sugar-free caramel sauce
- Hot almond milk latte
- Roasted walnuts or pecans
- Keto vanilla ice cream
- Herbal cinnamon tea
MOIST ORANGE CAKE:
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
- Sugar-free orange glaze
- Coconut whipped cream
- Keto iced coffee
- Toasted almond flakes
- Vanilla cream cheese frosting
FLUFFY YOGURT CAKE:
- Mixed berry compote
- Chia seed pudding
- Lemon herbal tea
- Sugar-free berry syrup
- Whipped mascarpone cream
- Keto yogurt parfait
MARBLED PASTRY:
- Sugar-free chocolate drizzle
- Keto cappuccino
- Toasted hazelnuts
- Cream cheese frosting
- Dark chocolate shavings
- Unsweetened whipped cream
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these cakes in a closed box and stock them for about 5 days.
FREEZER:
- Tightly cover the slices separately and store for more than 1-2 months.
FAQs:
How can we create an additional moist texture for the cakes?
- You can use high-fat dairy components and do not bake them for an extra time.
Can we prepare these cakes earlier?
- Yes, these keto cakes can easily be prepared a day earlier for deeper flavor and better texture.
Could we prepare these cakes dairy-free?
- Yes, you can use the vegan yogurt replacements and coconut oil to make these cakes non-dairy.
Which sweetener is perfect for use?
- You can use monk fruit and erythritol powder as a sweetener.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Fiber: 3g
Caloric Content: 260 kcal
Sodium: 210 mg
Net Carbs: 5g
Proteins: 8g
Sugar: 2g
Fats: 22g
Portion Size: 1 slice
Total Carbs: 8g