Post by Loupy on Apr 14, 2019 3:42:36 GMT -7
Keto Strawberry Mousse Cake – low carb
From: Mellissa @ www.ibreatheimhungry.com/keto-strawberry-mousse-cake-low-carb/
Strawberry season is in full swing, and since strawberries in moderation are Keto-friendly, I love to include them in my keto dessert recipes whenever possible! This beautiful Keto Strawberry Mousse Cake will make all of your spring dessert dreams come true! Low carb and gluten free. Easy to make and a feast for the eyes, with minimal fuss and no fancy decorating skills required!
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time:1 hour
Serves: 16
Ingredients
For the strawberry cake:
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated erythritol sweetener
6 large eggs
3 cups almond flour
1 cup coconut flour
pinch salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
2 cups almond milk unsweetened
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, pureed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon strawberry extract
3 – 4 drops red food coloring (optional)
For the strawberry mousse:
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup powdered erythritol
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 drops red food coloring (optional)
1 teaspoon grass-fed gelatin (I used Great Lakes)
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened to room temp
1/2 cup pureed strawberries
1/4 cup strawberries, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
For the strawberry cake:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Grease two 9-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper rounds for best results.
Combine all of the cake ingredients in a large blender.
Blend until mostly smooth. Batter will be thick and may require scraping down the sides of the blender with a spatula for complete mixing.
Divide the batter between the two cake pans and spread smooth.
Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Remove from the oven and cool for 30 minutes.
Carefully turn cakes out onto a wire rack and cool an additional hour before frosting.
For the strawberry mousse:
Combine the heavy whipping cream, erythritol, vanilla, food coloring (if using) and gelatin in a large mixing bowl.
Beat well with a whisk or mixer, until stiff peaks form.
Carefully fold in the softened mascarpone cheese, strawberry puree, and chopped strawberries until well blended.
To assemble:
Place a cake layer upside down on a serving platter or cake plate.
Spoon 1/2 the strawberry mousse onto the top and spread to the edges.
Top with the 2nd cake layer and press down slightly.
Spoon the remaining strawberry mousse onto the top and spread to the edges.
Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.
Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 422
Fat: 37g
Carbs: 10g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 9g
From: Mellissa @ www.ibreatheimhungry.com/keto-strawberry-mousse-cake-low-carb/
Strawberry season is in full swing, and since strawberries in moderation are Keto-friendly, I love to include them in my keto dessert recipes whenever possible! This beautiful Keto Strawberry Mousse Cake will make all of your spring dessert dreams come true! Low carb and gluten free. Easy to make and a feast for the eyes, with minimal fuss and no fancy decorating skills required!
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time:1 hour
Serves: 16
Ingredients
For the strawberry cake:
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated erythritol sweetener
6 large eggs
3 cups almond flour
1 cup coconut flour
pinch salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
2 cups almond milk unsweetened
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, pureed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon strawberry extract
3 – 4 drops red food coloring (optional)
For the strawberry mousse:
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup powdered erythritol
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 drops red food coloring (optional)
1 teaspoon grass-fed gelatin (I used Great Lakes)
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened to room temp
1/2 cup pureed strawberries
1/4 cup strawberries, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
For the strawberry cake:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Grease two 9-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper rounds for best results.
Combine all of the cake ingredients in a large blender.
Blend until mostly smooth. Batter will be thick and may require scraping down the sides of the blender with a spatula for complete mixing.
Divide the batter between the two cake pans and spread smooth.
Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Remove from the oven and cool for 30 minutes.
Carefully turn cakes out onto a wire rack and cool an additional hour before frosting.
For the strawberry mousse:
Combine the heavy whipping cream, erythritol, vanilla, food coloring (if using) and gelatin in a large mixing bowl.
Beat well with a whisk or mixer, until stiff peaks form.
Carefully fold in the softened mascarpone cheese, strawberry puree, and chopped strawberries until well blended.
To assemble:
Place a cake layer upside down on a serving platter or cake plate.
Spoon 1/2 the strawberry mousse onto the top and spread to the edges.
Top with the 2nd cake layer and press down slightly.
Spoon the remaining strawberry mousse onto the top and spread to the edges.
Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.
Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 422
Fat: 37g
Carbs: 10g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 9g
