Low Carb Chocolate Orange Cake

Indulge in the perfect guilt-free treat with this delicious Low Carb Chocolate Orange Cake, a decadent dessert that doesn't compromise on flavor or health. Made with nutrient-rich almond flour and sweetened naturally with erythritol, this cake is a dream for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. The combination of rich cocoa powder, zesty orange juice, and fragrant orange zest creates an irresistible balance of bold chocolate and bright citrus flavors. Topped with a silky dark chocolate glaze, this cake is as beautiful as it is tasty. Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in under an hour and serves 10—ideal for sharing (or not!).

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 grams almond flour
• 50 grams cocoa powder
• 150 grams erythritol
• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 60 milliliters orange juice
• 100 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
• 100 milliliters heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and baking powder until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice to the melted butter, and whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until fully combined and smooth.

Step 6

Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the chocolate glaze, finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.

Step 10

Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, then pour it over the chopped chocolate.

Step 11

Let it sit for a few minutes, then stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Step 12

Pour the chocolate glaze evenly over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip over the sides.

Step 13

Garnish with additional orange zest if desired. Allow the glaze to set slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1028.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3456.6

Total Fat 309.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1120.8mg	0%
Sodium 1263.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.0g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 87.5g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 730.4mg	0%
Iron 30.1mg	0%
Potassium 1961.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 26.6%