Keto Butter Pecan Cake

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Keto Butter Pecan Cake

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1½ cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup erythritol or allulose (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional, enhances nutty flavor)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk

Pecan Topping (Optional)

  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1–2 tablespoons low-carb sweetener

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
  • Grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan and line with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Set aside.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, sweetener, vanilla extract, almond extract, and almond milk until smooth and combined.

4. Combine

  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
  • Batter should be thick but pourable.

5. Add Pecan Topping (Optional)

  • Mix chopped pecans with melted butter and sweetener.
  • Sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter in the pan.

6. Bake

  • Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • If topping with pecans, watch closely to prevent burning; cover with foil if necessary.

7. Cool

  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Tips for Best Results

  • Use finely ground almond flour for a smoother crumb.
  • Do not overmix the batter; it keeps the cake moist.
  • Coconut flour absorbs liquid; adjust almond milk if batter seems too thick.
  • Butter and nut topping give a rich flavor reminiscent of traditional butter pecan desserts.

Optional Variations

  • Glazed version: Drizzle a keto-friendly caramel sauce over cooled cake.
  • Mini cakes: Use a muffin pan for individual servings.
  • Flavor boost: Add ½ teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spice notes.

Storage

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.
  • Refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Freeze slices for up to 2 months.

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