Low-Carb Strawberry Cake: Delicious & Easy Recipe (Print Version)
Low-Carb Strawberry Cake offers a delightful, guilt-free dessert. Enjoy fresh strawberries in a moist, sugar-free cake, perfect for any occasion.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Diabetic-Friendly
# Ingredients:
→ The Almond Cloud Cake
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1 3/4 cups blanched almond flour
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3/4 cup erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener (granulated)
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp fine sea salt
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
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2 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
→ Velvet Strawberry Swirl
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
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1/4 cup erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener (granulated)
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1/4 tsp xanthan gum
→ Dreamy Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Garnish & Flavor Accents
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1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and 'flour' two 8-inch round cake pans with a dusting of blanched almond flour. This crucial first step ensures your Delicious Low-Carb Strawberry Cake Recipe bakes perfectly without sticking.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups blanched almond flour, 3/4 cup erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener (granulated), 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt. Ensure these dry ingredients are thoroughly combined for an even cake texture.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk 4 large eggs (room temperature), 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, and 2 tsp pure vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
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Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix. Divide the batter evenly between your two prepared cake pans. This forms the delicious base for your Delicious Low-Carb Strawberry Cake Recipe.
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In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and diced), 1/4 cup erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener (granulated), and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the strawberries soften. Stir in 1/4 tsp xanthan gum and set aside to cool completely.
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Bake the cakes for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely. Patience here ensures a sturdy Delicious Low-Carb Strawberry Cake Recipe.
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In a large bowl, beat 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened) and 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (softened) until light and creamy. Gradually add 1 cup powdered erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
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Place one cooled cake layer on your serving plate. Spread about one-third of the frosting over it, then dollop and swirl half of the cooled strawberry mixture. Top with the second cake layer, repeat with frosting and the remaining strawberry swirl. Frost the top and sides, then garnish with 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced).
# Notes:
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For the best texture, ensure your eggs, cream cheese, and butter for the frosting are at room temperature before you begin. This helps prevent lumps and ensures a smooth, emulsified batter and frosting.
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Store any leftover Delicious Low-Carb Strawberry Cake Recipe covered in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For optimal flavor and texture, allow it to come to room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.
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If you don't have xanthan gum for the strawberry swirl, you can omit it, but the swirl will be thinner. A tiny pinch of glucomannan powder can be used as an alternative thickener.
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To make powdered erythritol-monk fruit blend sweetener, simply blend granulated sweetener in a coffee grinder or high-speed blender until it reaches a fine, powdery consistency. This ensures a smooth, non-gritty frosting.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Two 9-inch round cake pans
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Parchment paper
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Large mixing bowls
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Electric mixer
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Rubber spatula
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Small saucepan
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Whisk
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Wire cooling rack
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Offset spatula
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 413 kcal
Total Fat: 40 g
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Protein: 8 g