Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered erythritol or your preferred keto sweetener
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For the Chocolate Glaze (Optional):
- ¼ cup unsweetened chocolate chips (sugar-free)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered erythritol or sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a loaf pan (9×5 inches) or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sweetener and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine with Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the heavy cream. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the Cake:
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Prepare the Chocolate Glaze (Optional):
In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream, sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth.
9. Glaze the Cake:
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the chocolate glaze over the top. Allow it to set before slicing and serving.
Enjoy!
This cake is perfect on its own or served with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy your dreamy, keto-friendly chocolate treat!
