Description
Fudgy, soft, and rich with cocoa and a hint of tartness — this keto red velvet cookie cake is the perfect handheld dessert that tastes like a warm chocolate chip cookie but baked into a sliceable, cake-like treat!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 cup almond flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
Pinch of salt
¼ cup mashed strawberries or 2 tbsp beetroot powder mixed with water (for natural red color)
¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter
¼ cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
Optional: Crushed pecans or cacao nibs for texture
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 oz cream cheese , softened
2 tbsp butter or coconut oil
¼ cup powdered sweetener (erythritol or allulose)
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice for extra tang
FOR KETO VERSION:
Use full-fat dairy , low-carb sweeteners , and avoid high-sugar fillings. For vegan option, use flax egg , coconut oil , and plant-based cream cheese .
Instructions
Make the Cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix almond flour , cocoa powder , baking soda , and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk powdered sweetener , melted oil , heavy cream , egg , and vanilla until smooth.
Stir in mashed strawberries or beetroot mixture for color.
Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined — don’t overmix!
Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until firm around the edges and slightly fudgy in the center.
Let cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting:
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add powdered sweetener , vanilla , and salt . Mix well until light and fluffy.
Optional: Add lemon juice for a slight tangy twist.
Assemble & Serve:
Spread frosting on cooled cake or drizzle it for a marble effect.
Slice and enjoy your keto red velvet cookie cake with coffee, tea, or as a post-workout treat!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8–10 slices
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 5g