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- This Keto Red Velvet Cake Is One Of My Most Requested Sugar Free Recipes
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Sugar Free Red Velvet Cake
- My Recipe Tips
- Notes On Natural Color
- Keto Red Velvet Cake Recipe card
- More Keto Cake Recipes
- Recipe Reviews
This Keto Red Velvet Cake Is One Of My Most Requested Sugar Free Recipes
This keto red velvet cake has been one of the most requested recipes I’ve ever made, and so many of you were excited when I announced it. I used my keto chocolate cake as the base, but red velvet is so much more than “just” a colored chocolate cake. It’s less cocoa, more vanilla, and of course, needs that signature cream cheese frosting. After 5 rounds of testing and tweaks to the batter, I can honestly say this sugar free red velvet cake is my favorite version yet. Here’s why:
- True red velvet flavor – I tested different cocoa levels and adjusted the vanilla and sour cream, until the flavor and texture matched what I remember from traditional red velvet.
- Soft, moist, and fluffy – This keto red velvet cake is one of the moistest cakes I’ve ever made. It’s incredibly soft and rich, with a delicate crumb.
- No artificial ingredients – I used this natural powder for a subtle, natural red hue. It’s closer to how red velvet looked in the 1800s (before bright food dyes took over!), but if you prefer a more vibrant look, I have an option for that below. And of course the sweetener is natural too — in fact, Besti makes this cake even more moist!
- Keto and gluten free – It’s only 6.3 grams net carbs per slice, with no wheat flour or gluten.
If you’re looking for an impressive, keto friendly dessert that you can feel good about afterward, grab your mixer and make this sugar free red velvet cake with me!
“The best cake ever. First time baking a diabetic cake of sorts and I swear to you I thought it was store bought or from a fancy bakery.”
-Timothy
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Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my sugar free red velvet cake recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour – I always use this one because it’s super fine and gives the cake a soft, fluffy crumb. Other brands can make it gritty. Don’t use coconut flour here either, as it’s too dry. If you are nut-free, sunflower seed meal will probably work, but won’t be as tender and can change the color to green-ish.
- Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This is the key to a moist, soft crumb. You can use plain allulose too (just increase the amount to 2 cups), but erythritol-based sweeteners (which includes other brands of monk fruit and stevia) make the cake dry. If you’re using something else, my sweeteners guide has a conversion calculator to help.
- Cocoa Powder & Vanilla Extract – For that signature balance of chocolate and vanilla flavors we all know and love in red velvet. I use and recommend Dutch processed cocoa powder like this , because it’s less bitter than other types.
- Wet Ingredients – A combination of butter , eggs , sour cream , and almond milk makes this keto red velvet cake ultra rich and moist, and give it structure. I had this grass-fed salted butter on hand, but feel free to use unsalted and add 1/4 to 3/8 teaspoon of salt. If you need a dairy-free option, you might be able to swap the sour cream and butter using the ideas in my keto chocolate cake post. You’ll also need a different frosting recipe.
- Baking Soda & White Vinegar – The vinegar activates the baking soda, and has a stronger reaction than using baking powder. I went with this option because the batter is pretty thick.
- Beet Root Powder – I used this for a subtle, natural red color. I get a lot of questions about the color, so see my section on color below. If you want a brighter look, a natural gel food coloring like this works well.
- Keto Cream Cheese Frosting – My favorite frosting ever! I make it with cream cheese , butter , powdered Besti , a splash of cream , and vanilla . I also add some chopped pecans on top for crunch, but they’re optional.
How To Make Sugar Free Red Velvet Cake
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Cream the butter and Besti. Combine them in a large bowl and use a hand mixer to beat, until light and fluffy.
- Add the wet ingredients. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla, sour cream, almond milk, and vinegar to prevent splashing, then beat to incorporate. The batter will be very runny and a little frothy, like my top right picture below.
- Add the dry ingredients. Reduce mixer speed to low and beat in almond flour, 1/2 cup at a time. Beat in cocoa powder and baking soda.
- Add the color. If using beet root powder or food coloring, mix it in a little at a time until you reach your desired shade of red. (I used 2 tablespoons, but see my notes on color below.)
- Bake the cakes. Divide the batter between two springform pans , smooth the tops, and bake until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the sugar free red velvet cake layers cool completely, then run a knife along the sides and release.
- Make the frosting. Whip up the sugar free cream cheese frosting here .
- Assemble and frost. Place the first cake layer on a cake stand or plate, spread frosting on top, then add the second layer and repeat. Finish the keto red velvet cake by frosting the sides and adding chopped pecans if you like.
My Recipe Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients. This helps everything mix smoothly and keeps the butter from clumping. Cold eggs, sour cream, or almond milk can mess with the batter texture.
- This batter is pretty thick. You should see visible trails from your mixer when it’s just right. See how thick it looks in my photos above!
- Regular cake pans work fine, but these springform pans make for easier release. I prefer them because the cakes pop out cleanly and there are no cracked edges to worry about.
- Let the cake layers cool completely before frosting. If the cake is even a little warm, the frosting will slide right off or melt into the crumb.
- I used about 3 1/2 cups of frosting. Many cake recipes call for 4, but I didn’t want this keto red velvet cake to be too heavy. That being said, feel free to make extra to cover any imperfections or for decorating.
- For easier frosting, use a cake stand like this and icing spatula like this . I’m not perfect at it, but I find it helpful to rotate the cake stand as I use the spatula to frost.
Notes On Natural Color
I get a lot of questions about color and have done a lot of testing over the years. If you’re wondering too, here’s everything I’ve learned in one place:
- Yes, some of the natural color will bake away, so add a little extra. Beet root powder loses some of its color in the oven, so your cake will be less bright than the batter. Add more powder than you think you need if that’s all you use!
- But be careful with too much beet root powder. I’ve gotten too beet-happy (haha) in one of my tests, and started to taste it in my sugar free red velvet cake! I recommend no more than 1.5X the amount I have listed below.
- For a bit stronger color, combine the beet powder with a natural color like this . Some of that bakes away too, but I’ve had better results with this combination than either of them alone.
- Cocoa powder that isn’t Dutch processed can help create a red color, too. These days, most cocoa powders are Dutch processed, including the one I use , and I prefer that because they’re less bitter. But, Dutch processing prevents the color change of the anthocyanins in cocoa powder, which would otherwise make the cake a little red naturally [ source ].
- Gel food coloring like this will create the brightest hue if that is what you are after. The trade-off is it’s not natural. If you want a super bright red cake and are willing to compromise by adding artificial coloring, that’s your decision to make! 🙂
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Ingredients
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Keto Red Velvet Cake:
- 3/4 cup Salted butter (softened at room temperature) ▢
- 1 1/2 cups Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 3 large Eggs (at room temperature) ▢
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract ▢
- 3/4 cup Sour cream (at room temperature) ▢
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened almond milk (at room temperature) ▢
- 1 tsp White vinegar ▢
- 3 cups Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour ▢
- 2 tbsp Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
- 2 tsp Baking soda ▢
- 2 tbsp Beet root powder (optional, for a red color; or red food coloring for brighter red) ▢
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 3 1/2 cups Keto Cream Cheese Frosting ▢
- Chopped pecans (optional, for topping) ▢
Instructions
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- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Line the bottom of 2 9" round springform pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together Besti and butter, until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the vanilla, sour cream, almond milk, and vinegar first to prevent splashing, then beat to incorporate.
- Reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the almond flour, 1/2 cup (56 g) at a time. Beat in cocoa powder and baking soda, until the batter is smooth. Beat in the beet root powder, if using, one teaspoon at a time to reach your desired color.
- Divide dough among the 2 pans, and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 25 minutes , until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely in the pans, then run a knife along the sides and flip to release.
- Make the keto cream cheese frosting here .
- Place one layer of cake onto a cake stand or platter. Frost the top with 3/4 cup (255 g) frosting. Place the second layer on top and frost the top with another 3/4 cup frosting (255 g). Finally, frost the sides with 1 1/2 cups (510 g) frosting. If desired, top with chopped pecans.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 slice, or 1/16 of the entire cake
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the right texture in this keto red velvet cake, and make it easier to frost.
- Storage & meal prep: Keep the cake covered in the fridge. It stays fresh for a few days, whether you’re making it ahead or saving leftovers. If you’re making it ahead, I recommend a cake stand with a cover like this .
- Freeze: You can freeze this cake whole or sliced. Place it on a parchment-lined pan until solid, then wrap tightly in plastic and foil. Thaw in the fridge overnight. I usually unwrap it so that the plastic doesn’t stick to the frosting.
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More Keto Cake Recipes
After this one, here are a few more keto cake recipes you’ll want to try next:
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).
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- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula
Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |
Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |
Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |
Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |
Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |
Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .
Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!
Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:
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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
- Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.
For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!
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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.
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Keto Red Velvet Cake
My sugar free, keto red velvet cake is rich, moist, and tastes like the real deal, with all natural ingredients. Just 6g net carbs per slice!
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Ingredients
Keto Red Velvet Cake:
- 3/4 cup Salted butter (softened at room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 3 large Eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup Sour cream (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened almond milk (at room temperature)
- 1 tsp White vinegar
- 3 cups Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour
- 2 tbsp Dutch processed cocoa powder
- 2 tsp Baking soda
- 2 tbsp Beet root powder (optional, for a red color; or red food coloring for brighter red)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 3 1/2 cups Keto Cream Cheese Frosting
- Chopped pecans (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Line the bottom of 2 9" round springform pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together Besti and butter, until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the vanilla, sour cream, almond milk, and vinegar first to prevent splashing, then beat to incorporate.
- Reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the almond flour, 1/2 cup (56 g) at a time. Beat in cocoa powder and baking soda, until the batter is smooth. Beat in the beet root powder, if using, one teaspoon at a time to reach your desired color.
- Divide dough among the 2 pans, and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 25 minutes , until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely in the pans, then run a knife along the sides and flip to release.
- Make the keto cream cheese frosting here .
- Place one layer of cake onto a cake stand or platter. Frost the top with 3/4 cup (255 g) frosting. Place the second layer on top and frost the top with another 3/4 cup frosting (255 g). Finally, frost the sides with 1 1/2 cups (510 g) frosting. If desired, top with chopped pecans.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 slice, or 1/16 of the entire cake
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the right texture in this keto red velvet cake, and make it easier to frost.
- Storage & meal prep: Keep the cake covered in the fridge. It stays fresh for a few days, whether you’re making it ahead or saving leftovers. If you’re making it ahead, I recommend a cake stand with a cover like this .
- Freeze: You can freeze this cake whole or sliced. Place it on a parchment-lined pan until solid, then wrap tightly in plastic and foil. Thaw in the fridge overnight. I usually unwrap it so that the plastic doesn’t stick to the frosting.
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