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Keto Earthquake Cake

Decadent Keto Earthquake Cake That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

A delightful Keto Earthquake Cake that offers a rich, chocolatey flavor without the guilt of traditional desserts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup sweetener keto-friendly option like erythritol or stevia
  • 3 eggs acts as a binding agent
  • 1/2 cup butter unsalted, melted
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sweetener keto-friendly option
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
For Topping (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the baking dish with butter or a non-stick spray.
  2. Combine almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sweetener in a large mixing bowl. Mix in melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sweetener, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy and free of lumps.
  4. Pour half of the chocolate batter into the greased dish, dollop the cream cheese mixture on top, then pour the remaining chocolate batter over.
  5. Sprinkle chopped nuts and sugar-free chocolate chips on top if desired.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients, especially for the cream cheese and eggs. Allow cooling to set flavors properly.

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