Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes

 Indulge in these easy-to-make Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes with a rich chocolatey flavor and a tender, moist texture. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day. Made with almond flour and coconut flour, they are grain-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly.

Table Of Contents: • Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes • Are Red Velvet Cupcakes Keto-Friendly? • Ingredients for Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes • How To Make Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes • Storage Instructions • Keto Red Velvet Cupcake Calories And Net Carbs • More Gluten-Free Desserts • Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

If you're a fan of cakes and cupcakes like me, don't miss out on trying my gluten-free chocolate cake and gluten-free lemon poppy seed cupcakes. Both are low in carbs and sugar-free, making them perfect for your keto diet.

Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes:

These cupcakes are the ultimate indulgence, with their moist, rich, and buttery texture. You can choose between two irresistible frostings: a tangy buttermilk frosting that is light and fluffy or a rich and dense chocolate cream cheese frosting.

I have simplified and perfected the classic recipe to make it low carb, gluten-free, and suitable for our busy, modern lifestyles. These easy gluten-free cupcakes are guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

Are Red Velvet Cupcakes Keto-Friendly?

Traditional red velvet cupcakes are not keto-friendly or gluten-free since they are typically made with wheat flour and contain a significant amount of sugar, especially in the frosting. A standard red velvet cupcake can have almost 50 grams of net carbs with 36 grams of sugar, which would kick you out of ketosis.

However, by substituting wheat flour with almond and coconut flour and replacing sugar with Erythritol, you can easily transform these cupcakes into gluten-free and low carb treats. Each unfrosted cupcake in this easy red velvet cupcake recipe contains only 2 grams of carbs. The buttermilk frosting is almost carb-free, and the cream cheese frosting adds only another 2 grams per cupcake.

Ingredients for Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes:

To make these delicious cupcakes, you will need eleven key ingredients and some sea salt. The frosting ingredients will vary depending on the type of frosting you choose. I have provided links to both frosting recipes below.

• Almond flour - Use unblanched super fine almond flour or almond meal. • Coconut flour - Opt for super fine coconut flour to avoid a gritty texture. • Eggs - Use free-range eggs at room temperature. • Buttermilk - Ensure it is at room temperature. • Butter - Choose grass-fed butter at room temperature. • Sweetener - Use a granulated sugar-free sweetener like Erythritol. • Cocoa powder - Use non-Dutched unsweetened cocoa powder to achieve the red velvet color. • Red food coloring - Traditional red velvet cake recipes use non-Dutched, anthocyanin-rich cocoa to create the famous scarlet shade of batter. • Vanilla extract - Use a high-quality pure vanilla extract. • Baking soda • Baking powder • Frosting - Find the ingredients for the buttermilk frosting here and the cream cheese frosting here.

How To Make Gluten-Free Keto Red Velvet Cupcakes:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and line a muffin tray with cupcake liners.

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, Erythritol, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. Whisk everything together until well combined.

• In another mixing bowl, mix the buttermilk with melted butter and vanilla extract. Add the eggs and whisk until the mixture is well combined.

• Combine the wet and dry ingredients, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter. Gradually add red food coloring a few drops at a time until you reach the desired shade of red. Typically, one to two tablespoons of food coloring should suffice, and the color will intensify during baking.

• Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin tray, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. The cupcakes are ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This recipe yields approximately 10 cupcakes.

• While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the frosting of your choice, either the tangy buttermilk frosting or the rich chocolate cream cheese frosting.

• Once the cupcakes have finished baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely to room temperature before frosting.

Storage Instructions:

You can store leftover gluten-free red velvet cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. Alternatively, you can extend their shelf life by storing them in the refrigerator or freezer.

• In the fridge: Ensure the cupcakes have cooled completely to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container or tightly wrapping them in plastic wrap or foil. This will keep them fresh for up to 5 days and prevent them from drying out. When ready to enjoy, remove them from the fridge and allow them to come to room temperature before serving.

• In the freezer: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely to room temperature. Wrap each cupcake tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight, freezer-safe container. This will prevent freezer burn and maintain their taste for up to 2 months. Thaw the cupcakes overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

Keto Red Velvet Cupcake Calories and Net Carbs:

Each unfrosted cupcake contains approximately 116 calories and 2 grams of net carbs. If you choose to frost the cupcakes, the buttercream-frosted ones will have around 258 calories and 2 to 2.3 grams of net carbs per cupcake (using two tablespoons of frosting). The chocolate cream cheese-frosted cupcakes contain about 210 calories and 3.7 grams of net carbs (using two tablespoons of frosting).

More Gluten-Free Desserts:

If you're looking for more gluten-free dessert options, try these delightful treats:

Gluten-Free Cupcakes: • Matcha Tea Cupcakes • Keto Chocolate Cupcakes

Gluten-Free Cakes: • Red Velvet Cake • Orange Spice Cake • Lemon Pound Cake • Cinnamon Swirl Cake • Almond Flour Orange Cake

Enjoy your gluten-free keto red velvet cupcakes and indulge in these delectable desserts without compromising your dietary preferences!