- Why does it taste cool?
- Erythritol absorbs heat when dissolving (endothermic reaction), creating a 'cooling' sensation.
Keto Poppy Seed Cake
In keto, replacing flour is key. Poppy seeds are fatty and fibrous, making them a perfect grain-free base. The cake structure relies on whipped egg whites to hold the heavy seeds, creating a dense but airy texture.
Ingredients
1
cup
Almond Flour
1 1/2
cups
Ground Poppy Seeds
2/3
cup
Erythritol
4
large
Eggs
1/3
cup
Butter (melted)
1
tsp
Baking Powder
1
whole
Lemon Zest
1
tsp
Vanilla Extract
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Equipment Needed
- Cake Pan (8-9 inch)
- Mixer
- Spatula
Allergen Information
Tree Nuts
Egg
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat 350°F. Separate eggs.
Tip: Basic prep.
2
✓
Whip whites with half the sweetener to stiff peaks.
Tip: Provides structure.
3
✓
Mix yolks, remaining sweetener, butter, lemon, vanilla, poppy, and almond.
Tip: Thick batter.
4
✓
Lighten batter with some whites, then fold in the rest.
Tip: Don't deflate.
5
✓
Bake 30 mins.
Tip: Check with toothpick.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Flour
- 1 1/2 cups Ground Poppy Seeds
- 2/3 cup Erythritol
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/3 cup Butter (melted)
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 whole Lemon Zest
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract