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Air Fryer Lava Cakes

Decadent Air Fryer Lava Cakes: Gooey Dessert Bliss at Home

Indulge in Air Fryer Lava Cakes—rich chocolate desserts with a gooey center, ready in just 18 minutes for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Air Fryer Lava Cakes Ingredients
  • 3 oz Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter but omit extra salt.
  • 4 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Bar (60% cocoa) Chocolate chips also work well.
  • 2 Eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 3.5 tbsp Sugar Fine sugar or baker's sugar can enhance texture.
  • 1.5 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free baking flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 tsp Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh for optimal fluffiness.
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract Swap in almond extract for a unique twist.
  • Pinch of Salt Can be omitted if using salted butter.

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • electric mixer
  • rubber spatula
  • Ramekins

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Air Fryer Lava Cakes
  1. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Break the chocolate bar into pieces, combine with butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in intervals, stirring until smooth.
  2. Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat eggs with an electric mixer until pale and frothy. Gradually add sugar, beating until dissolved.
  3. Combine Mixtures: Fold melted chocolate into the egg mixture. Sift in flour, baking powder, vanilla, and salt. Mix gently until blended.
  4. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C). Grease four ramekins with butter to prevent sticking.
  5. Fill Ramekins: Pour batter into ramekins, filling them three-quarters full. Arrange ramekins in the Air Fryer basket without touching.
  6. Air Fry the Cakes: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 7 to 9 minutes, checking that edges are set and centers are jiggly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove ramekins from Air Fryer, cool for 2 minutes, then invert onto plates and serve with ice cream and raspberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These lava cakes are best enjoyed fresh. Consider pairing with vanilla ice cream and fresh raspberries for a delightful experience.

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