Air Fryer Lava Cake is a decadent dessert with a molten chocolate center that will curb any chocolate craving. There is an airiness to the batter with a rich flavor of chocolate deliciousness in every bite.
This is a perfect dessert because in less than 15 minutes you can be enjoying this amazing chocolate confection. You only need a handful of ingredients to make this spectacular sweet course.
Chocolate Lava Cake in the Air Fryer
You will love this quick dessert recipe because it can be made super-fast that will impress special loved ones. After a romantic dinner serve on dessert plates in front of a roaring fire.
We are all chocolate lovers in our household, so this delicious chocolate cake is absolutely one of our favorite desserts. The gooey center is what keeps friends and family coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- milk chocolate pieces
- unsalted butter
- eggs
- egg whites
- granulated sugar
- all-purpose flour
- confectioner's sugar
Optional Additional Flavors: Pinch of salt, cocoa powder, teaspoon vanilla extract, instant coffee or expresso powder.
How to Make Lava Cakes in the Air Fryer
- Prepare two 6-ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine the butter and chocolate in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the chocolate and butter for 60-90 seconds, stirring in 30-second intervals until they are fully melted and combined.
- In a separate bowl whisk the egg white, eggs, and sugar until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Carefully pour the egg mixture and sugar mixture into the butter and chocolate mixture and mix them together.
- Use a spatula and combine the flour with the chocolate batter. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins.
- Air fry the molten lava cakes at 370 degrees F for 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them during the cooking process so they don't overcook.
- Cook until the tops of the lava cakes have popped up and have crispy edges.
- Allow the ramekins to cool for a minute, then use a thick dish towel and carefully remove them from the air fryer basket.
- Use a sharp knife to run between the edge of the cake and the ramekins.
- Carefully flip the cakes onto a serving plate.
Optional Favorite Toppings: A dusting of confectioners' sugar, colored or chocolate sprinkles, chocolate cream, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries with chocolate shavings, peppermint candies or chocolate sauce.
Cooking Tips: Use silicone baking cups if you do not have oven-safe ramekins. Do not use an electric beater or electric mixer, this will take the air out of the batter so the molten lava cakes will not be airy and have a liquid chocolate center.
Substitutions: Use a butter knife or a flat spatula that you use for icing a cake if you do not want to use a sharp knife.
I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, cook time may need to be adjusted a couple of minutes.
FAQ's
What can I serve with this decadent chocolate cake?
Strawberries, raspberries and blackberries will all add a bright freshness to this dessert. Chocolate ganache, drizzle of chocolate syrup or caramel sauce are going to make the cake extra gooey. You can never go wrong with chopped nuts and a huge dollop of whipped cream.
Can I use a different chocolate?
Yes, just keep the amounts the same and better-quality chocolate will create the best molten chocolate center. Semisweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate and bittersweet chocolate will all make this a delicious and simple dessert. Spicy chocolate, white chocolate, dark chocolate chips and peanut butter chocolate will make these chocolate lava cakes simply divine.
How to store leftover lava cake?
Remove the lava cakes from the ramekins or silicone molds and allow them to completely cool prior to storing them. Place them in an airtight container for up to 4 days in your refrigerator. Place them in a freezer safe covered storage container for up to 3 months in your freezer.
What size ramekin should I use?
For this recipe I would use either the four, six or eight-ounce ramekins. The quantities in this recipe are perfect for two 6-ounce, however you could make three 4-ounce ramekins or double the batter and make three 8-ounce ones as well. Just remember that the batter needs to fill the ramekins ¾ up and cooking times will vary depending on less or more batter inside of the ramekins.
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Air Fryer Lava Cake
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3 ounces chocolate pieces
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg white
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon confectioner's sugar
Instructions
- Prepare two 6-ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine the butter and chocolate in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the chocolate and butter for 60-90 seconds, stirring in 30-second intervals until they are fully melted and combined.
- In a separate bowl whisk the egg white, eggs, and sugar until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Carefully pour the egg mixture and sugar mixture into the butter and chocolate mixture and mix them together.
- Use a spatula and combine the flour with the chocolate batter. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins.
- Air fry the molten lava cakes at 370 degrees F for 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them during the cooking process so they don't overcook.
- Cook until the tops of the lava cakes have popped up and have crispy edges.
- Allow the ramekins to cool for a minute, then use a thick dish towel and carefully remove them from the air fryer basket.
- Use a sharp knife to run between the edge of the cake and the ramekins.
- Carefully flip the cakes onto a serving plate.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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