Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Keto Chocolate Ricotta Cake Recipe, a delightful low-carb dessert that combines the creaminess of ricotta cheese with decadent chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is ultra-moist and will satisfy your sweet cravings without compromising your keto lifestyle. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with toppings like whipped cream or fresh berries, this cake is sure to impress both keto dieters and chocolate lovers alike. Easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s an approachable treat for home bakers of all levels. Get ready to enjoy a slice of heaven!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate whey protein powder
- 2½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp instant espresso powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granular sweetener
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond milk, water, or leftover coffee
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 3 tbsp Swerve Confectioners
- 2 tbsp allulose
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or keto sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with sweetener until creamy. Add ricotta cheese and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition, then mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients and stir in almond milk until the batter is thick but scoopable.
- Pour the batter into the bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-50 minutes until firm to touch.
- Cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg