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Grandma’s Moist Cinnamon Apple Cake: A Low-Carb, Keto-Friendly Twist on a Classic Family Favorite


  • Author: WAFA LI
  • Total Time: 45 mins

Description

Warm, spiced, and loaded with apple flavor — this moist cinnamon apple cake is a cozy fall favorite made low-carb and keto-friendly for all your cinnamon-sugar cravings!


Ingredients

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1 cup almond flour
¼ cup coconut flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
½ cup mashed cooked apples or unsweetened applesauce (about 1 small apple)
¼ cup maple syrup, honey, or powdered erythritol (for low-carb option)
¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter
2 large eggs
½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional: Crushed pecans or extra cinnamon for topping


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix almond flour , coconut flour , baking powder , baking soda , cinnamon , and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk mashed apple or applesauce , sweetener , melted oil , eggs , and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined (don’t overmix!).
Spoon batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
Optional: Sprinkle crushed pecans or extra cinnamon on top before baking.
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely before slicing — enjoy warm or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8 slices
  • Calories: 160
  • Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Protein: 5g