Description
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.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ounces chocolate (pieces)
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg white
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 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.
Nutrition
- Calories: 505 kcal
- Sugar: 39 g
- Fat: 29 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Protein: 11 g