Description
This Keto Carrot Cake with Mascarpone Frosting is a low-carb version of the classic dessert, offering all the rich flavor without the guilt. Made with almond and coconut flours and topped with a creamy mascarpone frosting, it’s the perfect treat for keto and low-carb diets. Moist, flavorful, and ideal for any occasion, this cake will satisfy your sweet tooth in the healthiest way.
Ingredients
For the Keto Carrot Cake:
- 1 cup finely grated fresh carrots
- 2 cups almond flour
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
- 1 cup low-carb sweetener (such as erythritol or monk fruit)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
For the Mascarpone Frosting:
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered low-carb sweetener
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch baking tray with parchment paper and grease the bottom and sides.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with the low-carb sweetener until well combined. Add the melted butter (or coconut oil) and grated carrots to the egg mixture, mixing until uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray, spreading it evenly. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with the powdered sweetener until smooth. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the mascarpone frosting evenly over the top.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious keto carrot cake!
Notes
- Nuts: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Spices: Adjust the amount of cinnamon and ginger to suit your taste preferences.
- Frosting: You can substitute the mascarpone with cream cheese for a slightly tangier frosting.
- Sweetener: Feel free to use your preferred keto-friendly sweetener, adjusting the quantity to taste.
- Texture: For the best texture and flavor, both almond and coconut flour are recommended. However, you can try using only almond flour if you prefer.