Whether it's for a special occasion or a gluten free sweet treat, the very best Keto cake and cupcake recipes are all right here.
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Watching your carb intake on Keto or a low carb diet doesn't mean you have to miss out on mouth-watering delectable desserts. All of these Keto cake and cupcake recipes use low carb ingredients, are easy to make and are so tasty, they'll be enjoyed by everyone, even those not on Keto.
This round up of the best Keto cakes and cupcakes include flavors for everyone. If it's quick and easy chocolate cake, Keto coffee cake, fresh berry cakes and cupcakes, gluten free angel food cake, creamy frosted sugar free cupcakes or decadent layered cakes, this collection will be the perfect addition to your Keto dessert recipes.
Tips for Making the Best Keto Cake Recipes
You don't have to be an experienced baker to learn how to use Keto friendly ingredients to make low carb desserts. Here are just a few commonly asked questions about baking with Keto ingredients that you may find helpful.
What Flour is Best for Baking Gluten Free Cakes?
There are several great nut and seed flours that significantly reduce the carbs in baked items compared to those baked with traditional flours. One of the most popular is almond flour. It's a super versatile flour that can be used alone or in combination with other low carb baking ingredients like coconut flour and oat fiber.
What Sweetener Should I Use in Keto Cake and Cupcake Recipes?
Just like gluten free flours, there are some really great sugar substitutes that make baking low carb cakes and cupcakes a breeze. Swerve has a line of sweeteners that bake very well and taste very much like traditional sugar. Monk fruit is another popular sugar alternative that has several types to choose from.
In addition to these, there's a new kid on the block. Besti Sweeteners has a line of sugar substitutes that include blends, which can be really useful when baking different types of Keto desserts.
How do I Prevent My Keto Cupcakes and Cake from Crumbling?
Baking with a gluten free flour renders a much more delicate cake. For that reason, allow the cake layers or cupcakes to sit in the pan you bake them in for 10-20 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Before adding frosting or glaze, its best to let them cool completely.
Can I Make Low Carb Cake and Cupcakes in Advance?
This really depends on the recipe, but generally, cake made with almond flour has a lot of natural fat which helps to keep the cake moist when freezing. If you need to make your Keto cake in advance, you'll just want to make sure you allow the cake or cupcakes to completely cool before freezing them.
For optimal freezing results, you may want to do a quick pre-freeze to keep them from sticking to the plastic wrap. Just place the baked and cooled cakes on a sheet pan and stick them in the freezer for about 20 minutes. Remove them and double wrap them in plastic wrap until you are ready to frost them.
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This moist and fluffy lemon cake with a smooth and creamy strawberry frosting is one of the best low carb cakes you will ever make! The combination of these two flavors is an absolute match made in heaven. Get recipe
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Delicate, moist lemon poppy mini bundt cakes with a sweet lemon glaze drizzled over the top make one delicious, quick and easy low carb dessert! Get recipe
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Moist and delicious coconut cupcakes with coconut frosting, topped with shredded coconut! Get recipe
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These piña cheesecake cupcakes recipe is like keto mini cheesecake with pineapple and coconut flavor! It only takes 25 minutes to make these pineapple keto cheesecake cupcakes. Get recipe
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Carrot Cake on Keto? Absolutely! Get recipe
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This is the perfect low-carb Keto Pumpkin Pie Mug Cake to satisfy your sweet tooth and all of your cravings for pumpkin spice! Get recipe
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The fresh flavor of lemons inside a moist cupcake, topped with a creamy frosting that has… you guessed it, more lemon!! Get recipe
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Celebrate summer’s bounty with this delicious Keto Blueberry Zucchini Cake with Lemon Frosting. It brings so many delicious flavors together in one sugar-free dessert! Get recipe
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Moist and delicious healthy Keto cupcakes that taste like pumpkin pie with a decadent vanilla cream cheese frosting! Get recipe
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Classic coffee cake with a cinnamon streusel topping that is perfect with a piping hot cup of coffee! The texture is so close to traditional coffee cake, you won’t believe it’s Keto friendly and gluten-free! Get recipe
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These fluffy, keto cream filled cupcakes are the perfect treat for celebrations or any day! Light, fluffy and filled with deliciousness! Get recipe
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With a dense, chocolate and peanut butter base, an rich, fluffy peanut butter frosting, these double chocolate peanut butte cupcakes are the perfect indulgence for chocolate peanut butter lovers! Get recipe
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Fresh strawberries in moist delicious cupcakes with a secret ingredient that gives the frosting incredible strawberry flavor! Get recipe
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A Keto Lemon Skillet Cake with a sweet refreshing lemon glaze that is perfect for breakfast or dessert. Get recipe
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Start your day on a sweet note with this Keto-Friendly Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake. This elegant cake has a cake layer, a cheesecake layer and is topped with jammy raspberry goodness. Get recipe
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Try these keto 3 Musketeers cupcakes for a delicious treat. Simple keto cupcakes that a moist and yummy. Get recipe
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A delicious lo- carb chocolate peanut butter cake topped with keto peanut butter frosting. Get recipe
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This Keto Chocolate Cake is perfect for celebrating a birthday, but makes a wonderful dessert anytime. This cake is moist and loaded with rich chocolate flavor. Get recipe
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This keto sour cream cake is a delicious sheet cake perfect for crowds or as a snack cake. Get recipe
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Moist Low Carb cupcakes are easy to make and so flavorful! These light and fluffy Keto cupcakes are topped with a luscious creamy coconut frosting with a burst of lime flavor. Get recipe
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Special occasion Keto Chocolate Mousse Cake is rich and indulgent chocolate bliss while still low carb and sugar-free. Get recipe
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This deliciously fudgy mint chocolate cake is made in the slow cooker or Instant Pot! Low carb, sugar free, keto, and gluten free recipe. Get recipe
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In the mood for something, quick light that will satisfy your sweet tooth? This mug cake takes a few minutes to make and tastes so fresh and delicious! Get recipe
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This delicious homemade creamy moist Keto Coconut Cake is the perfect refreshing low carb dessert for those following a keto diet. Get recipe
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Light and fluffy Keto cupcakes topped with an incredibly smooth and creamy vanilla frosting are perfect for any celebration or a decadent low carb treat! Get recipe
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Strawberry chiffon cake is a light, low carb cake that is perfect for a celebration or simply afternoon tea! Get recipe
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A fun twist on a lemon meringue pie, with a light and fluffy meringue that tops cupcakes filled with homemade lemon curd! Get recipe
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Easy to make, those Super Moist Chocolate Keto Cupcakes with creamy Low Carb chocolate cream cheese frosting are filled with rich flavor. Get recipe
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Enjoy this moist, delicious pumpkin coffee cake that combines savory pumpkin and sweet cheesecake with delicious streusel topping. Get recipe
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It’s light and airy, with the perfect angel food texture. It’s completely grain-free and dairy-free. Get recipe
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This Keto Vanilla Cake has an outstanding vanilla flavor with a super soft and tender crumb. No one will ever believe it's low-carb, Keto, and gluten-free! Get recipe
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Keto Carrot Cake Muffins - this bakery classic has a gluten free and sugar free twist. Perfectly spiced, super moist muffins topped with rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. Get recipe
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Packed with a bright citrus flavor, this Citrus Almond Ricotta cake is moist and light from the use of olive oil and dairy. A perfect cake for all seasons and a definite show-stopper with a simple but elegant presentation. Get recipe
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Mini chocolate cupcakes with a hint of coffee flavor, topped with a creamy chocolate frosting! Get recipe
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A vanilla cupcake filled with strawberry jam & covered with a cream cheese frosting! Get recipe
What's the Best Way to Store Gluten Free Cakes and Cupcakes?
If your baked item has a dairy frosting or filling, you'll want to store them in the fridge. Most baked cakes and cupcakes will be good for up to a week in the fridge. About 15 minutes before serving, set them out of the fridge and allow to warm to room temp.
For cakes without a dairy frosting, you can store them in an air tight container or cupcake keeper right on the counter top for up to a week.
More Keto Recipe Round Ups
I hope you've enjoyed this collection of the most delicious Keto cake and cupcake recipes. I think you'll agree low carb has never looked so tasty! If you've made any of these recipes, I would love to hear from you, so please leave a comment!
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