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Keto Coconut Cake

A rich, decadent coconut cake that lets you indulge while keeping your carbs in check, perfect for a ketogenic lifestyle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Keto
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup coconut flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1 cup granulated Swerve Sweetener
  • 1/3 cup unflavored whey protein powder or egg white protein
  • 1/3 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup coconut cream liquified if it's too firm
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp coconut extract
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 to 4 tbsp water as needed
Frosting Ingredients
  • 4 oz cream cheese very well softened
  • 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream divided, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
  • 1 1/2 tsp coconut extract
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup shredded coconut

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, granulated Swerve, whey protein powder, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the melted butter, coconut cream, egg whites, whole eggs, coconut extract, and vanilla. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Add water as needed to adjust the batter consistency.
  4. Grease your cake pan and pour the batter in. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the heavy whipping cream and powdered Swerve, then blend in the coconut extract and vanilla. Whip until fluffy.
  3. Once the cake is cool, frost it and sprinkle with shredded coconut.

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week or frozen for up to 3 months. Ensure it thaws overnight in the fridge before serving.