Keto Mocha Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• 6 ounces sugar-free semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into chunks + 1 tablespoon for greasing pan)
• 5 tablespoon cacao powder
• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour
• 1/2 cup powdered keto-friendly sweetener
• 1/4 cup granulated keto-friendly sweetener
• 1/2 tablespoon finely ground coffee
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons full-fat coconut milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 5 large eggs (room temperature)
• Powdered keto-friendly sweetener or cacao powder (for dusting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the cast iron skillet inside the oven as it warms up.

2. 2

   Put the chopped chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second intervals. Be sure to stir after each interval.

3. 3

   When the chocolate starts to soften, add half of the butter chunks into the bowl and heat for another 15-20 seconds. Stir well.

4. 4

   Continue adding the remaining butter chunks into the mixture, stirring until all the butter melts and integrates into the chocolate.

5. 5

   Using a sifter, gradually add in the cacao powder to the chocolate-butter mixture, mixing continuously to avoid lump formation.

6. 6

   Stir in the almond flour, sweeteners, coffee, and salt. Mix well.

7. 7

   Gradually incorporate the coconut milk and vanilla extract into the mixture.

8. 8

   Separate the eggs. Mix the egg yolks into the batter, then place the egg whites into a separate clean, dry bowl.

9. 9

   Whisk the egg whites until they become frothy, then continue whisking until you achieve soft peaks.

10. 10

    Using a spatula, gently fold the egg whites into the cake batter until they're just combined.

11. 11

    By now, your skillet should be hot. Carefully remove it from the oven and add the reserved tablespoon of butter, spreading it evenly across the bottom and sides.

12. 12

    Pour the batter into the skillet, smoothing the top with your spatula.

13. 13

    Place the skillet on the middle or top oven rack and bake for 20-22 minutes.

14. 14

    Once baked, allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing and serving. If you like, top the cake with sifted powdered sweetener or cacao powder for an extra touch. Enjoy your keto mocha chocolate cake!