Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup

This moist Keto Lemon Cake is soaked in a vibrant and tangy lemon syrup, making it Keto heaven. Perfect when lemons are in season and everyone is bringing them into the office. When life gives you lemons, make Keto lemon cake!

Before you scroll to the recipe, below I’ve tried to answer any questions you may have, including storage tips, sourcing ingredients and substitutions  

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Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup Summary

• Ingredient tips
• Recipe tips
• Substitutions and sweetener tips
• Storage tips
• How many carbs in Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup?

This recipe came about after craving some Greek Karidopita, which is a spiced walnut cake with a super sweet syrup.

So not keto, but I was craving that moist texture and tangy taste so this Keto Lemon Cake was born.

I live in an area with a big Greek population, and LOTS of lemon trees as a result. Every time I go for a walk around my neighbourhood I take a bag with me to collect lemons from trees over hanging the footpath!

Ingredients for Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup

Keto lemon cake with syrup is higher in carbs being a baked keto dessert, so it is important to enjoy in moderation or around a lower carb day.

Using cardamom and ginger gives it a lovely floral undertone that matches beautifully with the tartness of lemon. You could leave these out if you prefer.

You will need:

• Almond flour
• Coconut flour
• Baking powder
• Xylitol
• Ground cardamom
• Ground ginger
• Salt
• Lemons zest and juice
• Eggs
• Sour cream
• Vanilla essence

I once read an interview with a number of famous chefs, where they were asked what would be the one ingredient they could not live with out.

Every single one of them said lemons, and I completely understand.

Sweet or savoury, the acidity of lemons is to die for and can balance just about any dish.

If you are cooking anything – from cake to curry, and it just needs a little more kick, squeeze in a little lemon.

Using 3 whole lemons in this Keto Lemon Cake ensures it packs a citrus punch. My mouth is watering just looking at it again.

I’m sure my husband won’t object if I make it again. He tried to convince me the flavours weren’t balanced just so I would make it again, I disagreed though!

Substitutions and Ingredient tips

The almond meal you use is important here. You want a fine, blanched almond flour (ie. not with the brown bits in it!) to get a fluffy cake.

It isn’t fluffy like a sponge but the texture is amazing.

You can leave out the spices if you like, I find the slightly floral flavours they provide interesting and a bit different than your standard old lemon pound cake. Give it a go!

Fresh lemons are always best. There’s a funny saying here in Melbourne, Australia – if you don’t have a friend with a lemon tree, are you even from Melbourne?

So if you spot a lemon tree in your neighbour’s yard, it’s time to make friends! People with lemon trees always have too many lemons and are generally happy to share them.

Especially if you return the favour by sharing your Keto Lemon Cake!

Tips for making Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup

I think this cake is perfect for entertaining, because you can make it in advance and serve it cold with some cream.

The punchy lemon flavour is really great after a hearty meal and is bound to wow your guests.

It may not look like the prettiest cake (or maybe I’m not good at making pretty cakes?) but the flavour makes up for it.

1. PREHEAT OVEN Preheat the oven to 170C / 338F  and line a loaf pan with baking paper, or use a silicone pan. 
2. COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients for the cake and whisk together to break up any lumps.
3. WHISK WET INGREDIENTS In a smaller bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients for the cake until well combined. 
4. COMBINE WET INTO DRY INGREDIENTS Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix gently using a spatula. Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
5. BAKE Bake for 60 – 65 minutes until a skewer comes out clean and let cool for 10 minutes. 
6. PREP THE SYRUP Prepare the syrup by combining all syrup ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat until the xylitol is dissolved, about 5 minutes. 
7. POUR SYRUP Pour the syrup over the cake and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. 
8. SERVE Perfect served warm with some whipped cream, or cold on its own. 

Storage tips

• Fridge: Keto Lemon Cake is a fridge-friendly dessert to prolong its life. You can keep it in the fridge for up to 7 days

• Freezer: Leftover keto lemon cake can be kept in the freezer for up to three months. Make sure it’s tightly wrapped at least two layer of plastic to prevent freezer burn. 

• Other: If you don’t want to either put it in the fridge or freezer, you can wrap the lemon cake tightly in plastic wrap and store in room temperature for 3 days

How many carbs in Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup?

As you will see in the nutrition panel below, this Keto Lemon Cake with Syrup has 10 grams of carbs and 3 grams of fiber per serve, so only 7 gram of net carbs.

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Not sure how to start Keto? 

Here’s some resources to help you! 

• What is Keto?
• What Can I eat on Keto?
• How Much Should I Eat on Keto?
• What To Expect On Keto
• Ketogenic 21 Day Meal Plans
• Preparing for the Ketogenic Diet EBook
• Understanding Net Carbs and Total Carbs