Name: Keto Chocolate Orange Cake Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 2 h 42 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 large eggs (room temperature); 2/3 cup coconut flour; 1/3 cup dark cocoa powder; 2/3 cup sweetener; 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or more if needed); 1/2 cup butter (melted); 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp orange extract; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp salt; 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature); 3 oz unsweetened dark chocolate (chopped); 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (room temperature); 1/2 cup butter (softened); 1/2 cup powdered sweetener (or more to taste); 1 1/2 tsp orange extract; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 3 tbsp heavy whipping cream; 2 oz unsweetened chocolate chips

Ingredients

5 large eggs (room temperature)

2/3 cup coconut flour

1/3 cup dark cocoa powder

2/3 cup sweetener

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or more if needed)

1/2 cup butter (melted)

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp orange extract

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp salt

8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)

3 oz unsweetened dark chocolate (chopped)

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (room temperature)

1/2 cup butter (softened)

1/2 cup powdered sweetener (or more to taste)

1 1/2 tsp orange extract

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 tbsp heavy whipping cream

2 oz unsweetened chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and grease the sides. Set aside.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine coconut flour, sweetener, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to break up any lumps.

Step 3: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, orange extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. If the batter is too thick, add unsweetened almond milk gradually until it reaches a pourable consistency.

Step 5: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the cakes are firm to the touch. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

Step 6: Melt the chopped unsweetened dark chocolate in the microwave until smooth, stirring every 20 seconds to avoid burning.

Step 7: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, heavy cream, softened butter, powdered sweetener, orange extract, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Slowly add the melted chocolate and continue mixing until well incorporated and spreadable.

Step 8: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the frosting evenly over it. Top with the second cake layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Step 9: For the chocolate drip glaze, bring 3 tablespoons of heavy cream to a boil, then remove from heat. Add the unsweetened chocolate chips and whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Step 10: Allow the glaze to cool slightly, then pour over the chilled cake, letting it drip down the sides for a decorative finish.

Tips & Variations

If your batter feels too dry, add almond milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the right consistency.

For a stronger orange flavor, add zest of one orange to the batter or frosting.

Use erythritol or monk fruit sweetener to keep the cake keto-friendly without aftertaste.

Replace the cream cheese frosting with whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free option.

FAQs

Can I use a different flour instead of coconut flour?

Coconut flour has unique absorbency, so substituting it with other flours like almond flour will change the texture and may require recipe adjustments. For best results, stick to coconut flour as specified.

Is this cake suitable for dairy-free diets?

This recipe includes butter, cream cheese, and heavy cream, so it is not dairy-free. For a dairy-free version, consider using coconut cream, dairy-free butter alternatives, and a suitable frosting replacement.