Bolo de Cenoura Keto

Bolo de Cenoura Keto is a delightful low-carb Brazilian carrot cake that is moist, fluffy, and infused with the natural sweetness of carrots, perfect for a midnight treat. This keto-friendly version is sugar-free and packed with healthy fats, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients

• Carrots - 100 grams, grated
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Coconut flour - 25 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Erythritol - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Butter - 50 grams, melted

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, melted butter, eggs, erythritol, and vanilla extract, whisking until well mixed.
3. In another bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined and smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before removing it from the pan, then let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

• Calories: 275
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in fiber from almond and coconut flour, promoting digestive health.

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