Make a classic keto olive oil cake for the holidays. It’s made with almond flour and only has 4g net carbs per slice!
What Is Olive Oil Cake
Olive oil cake has an intuitive name. Yes, it does have olive oil in it. Traditional olive oil cake probably originated in the part of the world where olive oil is easier to source than other types of fat.
Depending on how it is made, it can either be light and spongy or as dense as a pound cake.
My recipe is gluten-free and I didn’t use any xanthan gum, so it turned out to resemble pound cake. Surprisingly, you can’t really taste the olive oil in the cake! The bright citrus flavors from lemon zest do a wonderful job of providing lighter notes that complements the earthy olive oil.
Keto Olive Oil Cake
The best thing about this cake is that after it is fully cooked, you don’t have to spend time making any glaze or icing. Just lightly dust it with some confectioner’s sugar substitute and then it is ready to serve.
Feel free to use different kinds of cake pans to make your cake. I used a springform pan because I think it was easier to remove and it didn’t stick to the sides. Make this in a bundt pan for some decorative flair! Or, make some olive oil cupcakes. The options are endless!
If you are looking for another sweet, rich, and easy keto cake recipe then you have to make this keto blueberry dump cake. You won’t believe how good it is for you!
Keto Almond Flour Olive Oil Cake
This keto olive oil cake is a beautiful dessert that you will be proud to serve at Christmas or any special occasion. It’s lovely enough to serve at a bridal shower or brunch. It is also the perfect thing to share with friends and family when they stop over for coffee.
When you bake with almond flour, remember to use almond flour, not almond meal. The almond meal is made with almond skins in it, so your cake will have a gritty texture.
Low-Carb Cake
This low-carb cake will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. In order to keep it fresh for as long as possible, keep the air off of the cake. Seal it in a container or wrap it in food storage wrap.
Gluten-Free Olive Oil Cake
Even though this olive oil cake is gluten-free, it still has all the same classic flavors as the traditional recipe. Some bakers like to change the citrus flavors they use.
Instead of lemon zest and lemon juice, use orange zest and orange juice. As it bakes you will smell that drool-worthy aroma!
Keto Olive Oil Cake Recipe
Here are the ingredients to make this keto olive oil cake. The exact measurements and instructions are located in the printable recipe card, just a little bit further below.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Servings: 10
Net Carbs: 4 net carbs per serving
Ingredients:
Almond flour
Baking powder
Swerve confectioners sugar substitute
Olive oil
Plain Greek yogurt
Eggs
Lemon
Fresh lemon juice
Vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Add the ingredients to a mixing bowl, and beat on high until smooth.
Spread the mixture into a well greased Springform pan.
Bake for 40-45 minutes.
Allow to cool to room temperature, and then dust with more confectioners sugar substitute before serving.
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Keto Olive Oil Cake
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Springform Pan
Ingredients
- 3 cups Almond Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 cup Swerve Confectioner's Sugar Substitute
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 Lemon Zest and Juice
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Add the ingredients to a mixing bowl, and beat on high until smooth.
- Spread the mixture into a well greased Springform pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Allow to cool to room temperature, and then dust with more confectioners sugar substitute before serving.
Notes
Net Carbs: 4 Net Carbs Per Serving The nutritional information for this recipe is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipes on this site.
Keto Cake Recipes
If you enjoyed this keto olive oil cake, here are some more low-carb cake recipes you need to try next! They are all wonderful options for parties too.