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Just because a dessert doesn’t have gluten or sugar, doesn’t mean it can’t be good. This chocolate layer cake is decadent and fudgy. Made with coffee tot bring out the chocolate flavor, this cake is rich! And the chocolately cream cheese frosting pairs perfectly with the chocolate cake and makes it one of our new favorite Keto desserts—ever!

Have you tried this yet? Let us know how it went in the comments below!

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For the cake

  • Cooking spray

  • 1 1/2 c.

    almond flour

  • 2/3 c.

    unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 3/4 c.

    coconut flour

  • 1/4 c.

    flaxseed meal

  • 2 tsp.

    baking powder

  • 2 tsp.

    baking soda

  • 1 tsp.

    kosher salt

  • 1/2 c.

    (1 stick) butter, softened

  • 3/4 c.

    keto friendly granulated sugar (such as Swerve)

  • 4

    large eggs

  • 1 tsp.

    pure vanilla extract

  • 1 c.

    almond milk

  • 1/3 c.

    strong brewed coffee

For the buttercream

  • 2

    (8-oz.) blocks of cream cheese, softened

  • 1/2 c.

    (1 stick) butter, softened

  • 3/4 c.

    keto friendly powdered sugar (such as Swerve)

  • 1/2 c.

    unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/4 c.

    coconut flour

  • 1/4 tsp.

    instant coffee powder

  • 3/4 c.

    heavy cream

  • Pinch kosher salt

  • Nutrition Information
  • Per Serving (Serves 12)
  • Calories592 Fat48 gSaturated fat24 gTrans fat1 gCholesterol165 mgSodium477 mgCarbohydrates28 gFiber9 gSugar23 gProtein12 gVitamin D1 mcgCalcium181 mgIron2 mgPotassium339 mg
  • Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Directions

    1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line two 8” pans with parchment and grease with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, coconut flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    2. Step 2In another large bowl, using a hand mixer, beat butter and Swerve together until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at at time, then add vanilla. Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined then stir in milk and coffee.
    3. Step 3Divide batter between prepared pans and bake until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean, 28 minutes. Let cool completely.
    4. Step 4Make frosting: In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add Swerve, cocoa powder, coconut flour, and instant coffee and beat until no lumps remain. Add cream and a pinch of salt and beat until combined.
    5. Step 5Place one cake layer on serving platter or cake stand then spread a thick layer of buttercream on top. Repeat with remaining layers then frost sides of cake.
    6. Step 6Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

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