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Air Fryer Lava Cake

Decadent Air Fryer Lava Cake that Melts in Your Mouth

Indulge in a rich Air Fryer Lava Cake with a molten chocolate center that will impress everyone.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 2 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 3 ounces Chocolate Use high-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 2 Large Eggs Whisk until frothy for the best rise.
  • 1 Large Egg White
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet dessert.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free blend if needed.
For Serving
  • 1 teaspoon Confectioner’s Sugar For dusting before serving.

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • ramekins
  • Microwave
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease the ramekins with nonstick cooking spray and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. Combine chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl, melting in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until frothy and pale.
  4. Pour egg mixture into the melted chocolate and butter combination, stirring until just combined.
  5. Sift in the flour and fold gently until just combined.
  6. Fill the greased ramekins with the chocolate batter, about three-quarters full.
  7. Air fry at 370°F (188°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm but centers are jiggly.
  8. Allow to cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.

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