Description
A delicious and healthy Low-Carb Mediterranean Honey-Almond Cake that is perfect for those looking for a sweet treat without the carbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup low-carb sweetener (like erythritol)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- ¼ cup slivered almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a sizable bowl, mix together the almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the almond milk, olive oil, vanilla extract, and honey if you choose to include it. Whisk these wet ingredients until they achieve a smooth consistency.
- Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just blended—be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Top the batter with slivered almonds, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
- Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cake rest in the pan for about 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor by adding a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the batter.
- Pair with a spoonful of whipped cream or Greek yogurt for a delightful contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg