Are you looking for a delicious dessert that won’t derail your healthy eating goals this holiday season? Look no further than our delightful Sugar-Free Christmas Cake recipe! Packed with seasonal flavors and free of refined sugars, this cake is the perfect guilt-free treat to enjoy with your loved ones. Let’s get started on baking this festive creation together!
Title: Sugar-Free Christmas Cake
Ingredients:
– 2 cups almond flour
– 1/2 cup coconut flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 4 eggs
– 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
– 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
– 1/3 cup xylitol (or your preferred sugar substitute)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup chopped sugar-free dark chocolate (optional for topping)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with coconut oil.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and xylitol together until smooth. Add in the melted coconut oil, applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract, and mix until everything is fully incorporated.
4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts and dried cranberries until evenly distributed in the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
7. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cake has cooled, melt the sugar-free dark chocolate (if using) in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in short intervals in the microwave.
10. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cake in a decorative pattern and let it set before serving. Enjoy your Sugar-Free Christmas Cake with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite herbal tea!
This Sugar-Free Christmas Cake is a wonderful way to indulge in a festive dessert without the guilt of excess sugar. The combination of warm spices, crunchy walnuts, and tangy cranberries makes each bite a delight for your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply treating yourself, this recipe is sure to spread joy and cheer. Embrace the spirit of the season with this healthier alternative that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Happy baking and happy holidays!
