Description
This Decadent Air Fryer Chocolate Lava Cakes recipe offers a rich and gooey chocolate dessert with a perfectly molten center. Made quickly in the air fryer, these individual cakes combine melted semi-sweet chocolate and butter with a tender cake batter, resulting in a warm, indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Lava Cakes
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar, broken into pieces
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 3 Tablespoons white sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep Ramekins: Grease three 6-ounce ramekins thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray to ensure the lava cakes release easily after cooking. Set them aside.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the butter and semi-sweet chocolate pieces into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for about 1 minute, stirring every 30 seconds until the mixture is fully melted and smooth. Remove from microwave and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the whole egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and white sugar until well combined. Add the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, then pour in the melted chocolate and butter mixture. Stir gently until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Fill Ramekins: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased ramekins, filling each about halfway to allow space for rising and molten center formation.
- Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C). Place the ramekins carefully into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are stable. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains soft and gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the ramekins carefully from the air fryer using oven mitts. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Then, gently invert each ramekin onto a plate to release the cake. Serve immediately with optional garnishes like whipped cream, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook; the lava cakes should have a molten center, so the middle remains soft while the edges set.
- If you don’t have ramekins, use any small, heatproof baking dish that fits your air fryer.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of espresso powder to the chocolate mixture.
- Serve immediately after removing from the ramekins to enjoy the lava effect at its best.
- Adjust sugar quantity slightly if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet dessert.
