Keto Cloud Cake is a light, fluffy, and low-carb dessert that’s perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb diet. Made with a few simple ingredients like cream cheese, eggs, and sweetener, it’s a great alternative to traditional cakes. Here’s a delicious recipe to try:
Keto Cloud Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or any keto-friendly sweetener of your choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional, helps stabilize egg whites)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan (or any similar-sized pan) with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or oil.
2. Separate the eggs:
- Carefully separate the eggs into two bowls—one for the egg yolks and the other for the egg whites.
3. Prepare the egg yolk mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg yolks, softened cream cheese, almond flour, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and salt. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat everything together until smooth and fully incorporated.
4. Whip the egg whites:
- In a separate mixing bowl, add the egg whites and cream of tartar (if using). Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This may take about 3-4 minutes, depending on your mixer. The egg whites should be fluffy and hold their shape when you lift the beaters.
5. Fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture:
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the egg yolk mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites—fold until just combined.
6. Bake the cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake will rise and have a fluffy, cloud-like texture.
7. Cool and serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then remove from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Serve as is, or top with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh berries, or sugar-free chocolate drizzle if desired.
Tips:
- Sweetener adjustments: Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less erythritol or your favorite keto-friendly sweetener. You can also use liquid sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit—just adjust the quantities accordingly.
- Flavors: Add a bit of lemon zest, almond extract, or cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor.
- Texture: The texture of this cake is light and airy, so it may not have the same density as a traditional cake, but it’s still delicious and satisfying!
This Keto Cloud Cake is perfect for those following a keto lifestyle. It’s a great option for dessert or as a light snack, and the best part is that it’s low-carb and gluten-free!