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Decadent High Protein Low Carb Chocolate Cake

High Protein Low Carb Chocolate Cake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup protein powder whey or plant-based
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup powdered erythritol or stevia
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with coconut oil or use parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, frost as desired or enjoy plain with a dusting of cocoa powder.