This Keto Black Velvet Cake has a creamy frosting and a strong chocolate flavor. Erythritol powder, butter, almond flour, baking powder, coconut flour, almond milk, heavy cream, black cocoa powder, apple cider vinegar, salt, vanilla extract, and cream cheese are the ingredients we use to make this black cake. This black cake has 320 calories and five g of net carbs. This black cake takes us just fifty minutes to prepare. For appetizers, gatherings, hectic days, activities, brunches, main courses, occasions, functions, suppers, and desserts, this Keto Black Velvet Cake is perfect. We keep this black cake in the freezer for about a month or two, so you can make it sooner. This black cake can be served with keto vanilla ice cream, keto cheesecake bites, or unsweetened almond milk.
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STATS:
- Cuisine: American
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 10 slices
- Difficulty Level: Normal
- Cooking Mode: Oven
TOOLS:
- Bowls
- Hand mixer
- Measuring cups
- Cake pans
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
INGREDIENTS:
CAKE:
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- Almond flour, two cups
- Black cocoa powder, half cup
- ⅓ cup coconut flour
- ¾ cup erythritol powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
FROSTING:
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup erythritol powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ALMOND MILK:
- The almond milk will moisten and soften the cake. Select the unsweetened option if you want to keep the dessert keto. Use the coconut milk instead for this.
BLACK COCOA POWDER:
- We must use black cocoa powder since it will give this cake a deep black hue and a rich chocolate flavor. Dark cocoa powder, sugar-free melted dark chocolate, or Dutch-processed cocoa powder can be used in its place.
BUTTER:
- It will add moisture, taste, and soften the cake. If necessary, swap out the coconut oil, ghee, or avocado oil.
ERYTHRITOL POWDER:
- To add sweetness to the cake, erythritol powder is utilized. Use the powdered sweetener to prevent lumps. Use monk fruit, erythritol, or allulose as an alternative.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Since almond flour would give this black cake a smooth, solid texture, we might use it. A tiny bit of ground flaxseed meal or coconut flour can be used in its stead.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Coat the two cake pans and preheat the oven to 175°C.
- In a dish, combine the coconut flour, salt, almond flour, xanthan gum, black cocoa powder, powdered erythritol, and baking powder.
- In a separate dish, combine the almond milk, melted butter, eggs, vinegar, vanilla essence, and optional black food coloring. Whip till creamy.
- To make a batter, whisk each wet ingredient into the dry cake ingredients in a single basin.
- After dividing the batter among the pans, bake them for approximately 28 minutes.
- Before putting them on a cooling rack, let them cool for ten minutes or so.
- In a dish, combine the butter and cream cheese, then beat till fluffier.
- Add the vanilla essence, keto sweetener, and heavy cream.
- And thoroughly whisk them until they are smooth and velvety.
- Spread the icing evenly over one layer of cake on a serving platter.
- Cover the entire cake with icing after adding the second cake layer.
- For a better texture, chill this cake for approximately half an hour.
TIPS:
- For a smooth texture and rich flavor, use the black cocoa powder.
- If you let this black cake cool for a night, it will become quite flavorful.
- To get a smooth batter and icing, we employ neutral-temperature components.
- Sprinkle the free of sugar dark chocolate shavings on top to give this dessert more depth.
- To prevent this cake from drying out, don’t bake it for a longer period of time.
- For a solid texture, refrigerate the frosting while decorating.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
COFFEE PAIRINGS:
- Bulletproof Coffee
- Keto Cinnamon Latte
- Sugar-Free Mocha
- Iced Almond Milk Coffee
DESSERTS:
- Keto Vanilla Ice Cream
- Low-Carb Chocolate Mousse
- Keto Cheesecake Bites
- Sugar-Free Whipped Cream
BERRIES:
- Fresh Raspberries
- Blackberries and Cream
- Strawberries with Mascarpone
- Blueberry Compote
OCCASIONS:
- Keto Chocolate Truffles
- Dark Chocolate Fat Bombs
- Low-Carb Dessert Board
CELEBRATIONS:
- Keto Breakfast Pairings
- Almond Flour Pancakes
- Coconut Chia Pudding
- Keto Yogurt Parfait
- Low-Carb Smoothie Bowl
PARTIES:
- Keto Eggnog
- Sugar-Free Hot Chocolate
- Cinnamon Spiced Pecans
- Keto Brownie Bites
GARNISHES:
- Sugar-Free Chocolate Shavings
- Cocoa Powder Dusting
- Crushed Keto Cookies
- Toasted Coconut Flakes
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store this black cake for nearly five days in a tight-fitting box.
FREEZER:
- The slices should be kept for one to two months.
FAQs:
Can we use only almond flour?
- Almond flour is an alternative; it may have a softer, less structured feel.
Will we make this black cake without dairy?
- Yes, you can use coconut oil and vegan alternatives to cream cheese.
Could we make cupcakes instead?
- Yes, you may bake at 350°F for around 18 minutes.
How can we make sweeter frosting?
- To make the frosting sweeter, you can add more erythritol powder.
Does this powdered black cocoa need to be used?
- Yes, it will have a distinctive black velvet appearance, a silky texture, and a robust chocolate flavor.
Is there any gluten in this black cake?
- Since all of the ingredients in this black cake are naturally gluten-free, the answer is no.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
Net Carbs: 5g
Calories: 320 kcal
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 210 mg
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 9g
Total Carbs: 9g