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Keto Earthquake Cake

Indulge in Keto Earthquake Cake: A Low Carb Delight

Keto Earthquake Cake is a delicious low-carb dessert that combines pumpkin and cream cheese for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups almond flour gluten-free alternative
  • 1 cup Swerve Granular or your preferred granulated sweetener
  • 1 scoop whey protein powder optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice or a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 large Pete & Gerry's Eggs or any large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée ensure it’s pureed pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup Swerve Confectioners or other powdered sweeteners
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips or low-sugar dark chocolate pieces

Equipment

  • 9” x 13” glass or ceramic baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Basic Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a 9” x 13” pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients.
  3. Add in all wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Prepare the cream cheese mixture and dollop it over the cake batter.
  6. Swirl the cream cheese into the batter with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  7. Sprinkle the chopped pecans and chocolate chips over the top.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until mostly set, with a slight jiggle in the center.
  9. Cool completely in the pan before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge to keep moist texture. Thaw frozen slices in fridge overnight before serving.

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