My long-time readers know that I am a pecan pie fiend, and I will take it any way I can get it. I have arguably the best keto pecan pie recipe around, which graces my table every year. But I also have keto pecan pie muffins, keto pecan pie cookies, and this gorgeous Keto Pecan Pie Bundt Cake.
And what a cake it is! Golden brown almond flour cake chockfull of pecans and plenty of keto caramel sauce drizzling down the sides. It’s a showstopper of a holiday dessert. And it has all the rich, deep pecan pie flavor you could hope for.
I first created this recipe back in 2016 and I decided it was worthy of an update. I am so glad to re-discover how delicious it is. And bundt cakes always provide easy elegance!
Reader’s Thoughts
“Such a big fan of pecan and this cake is outstanding in taste and texture. I have been trying your (easy to follow always turn out) recipes. This one made me give out a whoop of joy. Thank you for your time, dedication, and genius in the kitchen!” — Dawn
Why you’ll love this recipe
- All of the flavor, none of the sugar: Sweetened with brown sugar replacement and a little caramel extract for that rich, pecan pie flavor.
- Moist and tender: Almond flour, butter, and heavy whipping cream make the texture perfect. Just be sure not to over-bake it!
- Beautiful presentation: The fluted sides and the caramel glaze make this bundt cake a showstopper.
- Make-ahead friendly: Bake the cake a day or two in advance and add the glaze before serving.
- Low carb and gluten-free: Perfect for anyone following a keto or low carb lifestyle.
Ingredient Notes
- Almond flour: This is an almond flour cake, although you could replace a little of it with pecan flour. See the Tips section for more details.
- Protein powder: A little whey or egg white protein helps keto baked goods rise properly and hold their shape.
- Sweetener: I recommend a brown sugar replacement for that deeper, richer flavor.
- Caramel or vanilla extract: Vanilla extract is an easy pantry staple. But if you can get your hands on some caramel extract, it adds amazing flavor!
- Heavy whipping cream: Helps add moisture to the cake.
- Pecans: Chopped pecans are in the cake batter and added as a garnish as well.
- Keto caramel sauce: I use my homemade version as the glaze for this gorgeous dessert.
- Kitchen staples: Butter, eggs, baking powder and salt.
How to Make This Recipe
- Combine the dry ingredients: Whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, baking powder and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the butter with the sweetener until lightened and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add in the extract.
- Add the dry ingredients: Beat in the almond flour mixture in two additions, alternating with the cream, then stir in the pecans.
- Bake the cake: Dollop the batter a greased bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake until cake is golden brown and the top is firm to the touch. Let the cake cool 15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze: Prepare the caramel sauce according to the directions in the recipe.
- Garnish the cake: Drizzle the sauce over the cooled cake and sprinkle with pecan halves.
Tips for Success
Grease that pan! Bundt pans are notoriously tricky so make sure you grease it very well. I like to grease once with a solid fat like butter, and then add a layer of avocado oil spray. It’s also best not to use complicated bundt pans with lots of nooks and crannies.
Lighter colored bundt pans work best for more even baking. Dark pans can cause the edges to darken more.
You can replace up to 3/4 cup of the almond flour with pecan flour. I don’t recommend more than that as it can dry out the cake considerably.
Sweetener Options: I recommend using an erythritol based sweetener for the cake, as allulose will darken a lot more and the outside of the cake (the part that touches the pan) will taste almost burnt. If you wish to cut back on erythritol, try using only 1/2 cup and adding some stevia extract or monk fruit extract for additional sweetness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Coconut flour behaves very differently than almond flour, and you would need to change the entire recipe. Stick with almond flour for this one!
As long as your ingredients are fresh, you can store this frosted cake in the fridge in a covered container for up to a week. You can also freeze it for several months.
You can bake the cake and store it in the refrigerator a day or two before. Add the glaze when you are ready to serve. You can also wrap the cake in plastic wrap and freeze it. Just thaw completely, then glaze it.
This keto pecan pie bundt cake recipe has 8.8g of carbs and 4.1g of fiber per serving. That comes to 4.7 net carbs per serving.
More Delicious Keto Bundt Cakes
Keto Pecan Pie Bundt Cake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups (336 g) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (54 g) unflavoured whey protein powder, can also use egg white protein powder
- 1 tbsp (12.17 g) baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (113.5 g) butter, softened
- 2/3 cup (133.33 g) brown sugar replacement
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp caramel extract, or vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (78.86 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (99 g) chopped, toasted pecans, divided
- 1 recipe keto caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325ºF and grease a 9 to 10 inch bundt pan very well.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter with the sweetener until lightened and fluffy, about 1 minute. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl and the beaters as needed, then beat in the extract.
- Beat the almond flour mixture in two additions, alternating with the heavy cream. Beat in additional cream or a little water if the batter is stiff. Stir in 3/4 cup of the pecans by hand until well distributed.
- Dollop the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake 45 to 50 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and the top is just firm to the touch.
- Remove and let cool 15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the caramel sauce according to the directions and let cool until thickened.
- Drizzle over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides. Sprinkle the top with the remaining chopped pecans.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer
Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.
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Can this recipe be cut in half and baked in a regular cake pan? If so, what size pan would I use? 13X9? or 8×8? The bundt cake looks gorgeous, but there are only 2 of us and I don’t want to freeze it.
Use an 8×8 and yes, cut in half would be just about perfect for that. Not quite sure how long it will need to bake for… Start with 20 min and check frequently after that.
I made half and made 12 Bundt cupcakes in a Christmas design, cooked at 325 for 20 min.
They were really good.
So I’m at the add the butter portion, which is twelve tablespoons, but then further in the recipe you say to dollop the butter. Was I supposed to save some from the twelve tablespoons¿
Nevermind! Batter butter… All looks the same to me?
OMG I love you!! Thank you for this recipe!! I can’t WAIT to make this for the holidays!!
This looks superb! I can’t wait to try it!
I made this cake this morning and just had a slice. It is so delicious…moist, dense and the super fine almond flour really makes an incredible difference…a much smoother texture. I didn’t have Carmel extract so I used Maple. I wanted to make it before Thanksgiving to see how it would come out. Very pleased, so I’ll be doing another one to take along for the family gathering. Wonderful recipe!
Yay, glad you liked it!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE all your recipes !!! I am allergic to whey protein. Could i substitute with vanilla pea protein or would this mess up the cake ???
I *think* it would be okay. Have you tried egg white protein? I use this in replacement for whey quite frequently… http://amzn.to/2fwTNsI
Looks like a great cake for the holidays. I love Bob’s Red Mill flours.
This looks absolutely delicious!
Two of my faves in one!
This is totally speaking right to my heart and stomach!!
Could THM baking blend be substituted for the other flours in this recipe? I have a couple bags on hand but no almond flour! I can’t wait to try this. I love all of your recipes!
THM blend is a lot drier so I would only use about 2/3 the amount.
Thank you for the recipe!! Can this be frozen in individual portions?
Sure, I can’t see why not.
I can’t use eggs. Can I sub anything e;se? Also no calcium so I could I use wheat free flour in place of the almond flour.? Looks & sounds delish. Thanks!
That would be an entirely different recipe and I am not sure how to guide you at all. Sorry.
Love pecans! This looks fantastic, Carolyn. Could I substitute Sukrin Sirip for the Yacon syrup?
Nom nom nom!! I never met a pecan pie I didn’t like and a cake version is a fantastic idea! And thanks for the BRM shout out! :0)
Hi! Is there anything I can replace the protein powder with? Thanks!
Not if you want it to rise properly!
This cake looks absolutely delish!! I WILL be making this. Thank you, Carolyn.
One question: Is substituting low carb milk for the Almond milk permissible in this and other recipes? We just do not care for almond milk.
Thanks again.
Dee
Yep, that should be completely fine. When I am out of almond milk, I often do a mix of cream and water.
Thank you.