Description
This Keto Peanut Butter Dirt Cake is a rich, multi-layered dessert combining the creamy indulgence of peanut butter with a chocolatey almond flour crust and velvety sugar-free chocolate pudding. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a decadent, low-carb treat that satisfies your sweet cravings while keeping you in line with your keto lifestyle. Complete with a dusting of powdered Swerve, this cake is the ultimate guilt-free dessert!
Ingredients
For the crust:
1 1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup Swerve Confectioners
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 tsp salt
For the peanut butter layer:
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons whipping cream, divided
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup Swerve Confectioners
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate pudding layer:
1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any low-carb milk)
3 tablespoons Swerve Confectioners
3 tablespoons granular allulose (or more Swerve)
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks
6 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 tsp glucomannan
3 tbsp butter in 3 pieces
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
For the crust:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie pan or tart pan.
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, Swerve Confectioners, melted butter, and salt. Stir until a crumbly dough forms.
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Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is set and slightly golden. Let it cool completely.
For the peanut butter layer:
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In a medium mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup whipping cream, cream cheese, peanut butter, Swerve Confectioners, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of whipping cream and mix until fully combined.
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Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the cooled crust and set aside.
For the chocolate pudding layer:
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In a saucepan, combine the heavy whipping cream, almond milk, Swerve Confectioners, and allulose over medium heat. Stir frequently until the sweeteners dissolve.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, egg yolks, and cocoa powder until smooth.
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Gradually add a bit of the warm cream mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Then whisk the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture.
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Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5-8 minutes). Add glucomannan and stir until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Let the chocolate pudding cool for a few minutes before pouring it over the peanut butter layer. Smooth it out with a spatula.
To assemble:
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Once the pudding layer is added, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set.
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Dust the top with powdered Swerve for garnish before serving.
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Slice and serve chilled!
Notes
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. It’s best served chilled.
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Freezing: Freeze the assembled cake (without the powdered Swerve) for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
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Nut Butter Alternatives: Substitute almond butter, cashew butter, or another nut butter of your choice for the peanut butter layer.
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Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free or keto-friendly store-bought crust if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Keto, Low-Carb, Dessert
- Method: Baked, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American