Description
Molten chocolate lava cake from air fryer brings restaurant-quality dessert straight to home kitchens. Gooey chocolate center and crisp exterior promise decadent indulgence with minimal effort for chocolate enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base Ingredients:
- 3 ounces (85 grams) chocolate pieces
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg white
Dry Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (67 grams) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
Finishing Ingredient:
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) confectioner’s sugar
Instructions
- Coat two individual ceramic vessels with a light mist of culinary lubricant to prevent sticking, ensuring every interior surface receives even coverage.
- Create a smooth, glossy mixture by gently heating dark chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe container, stirring periodically until the ingredients transform into a luxurious, unified liquid.
- Whip egg whites, whole eggs, and crystalline sweetener together until the mixture becomes airy and slightly frothy, developing a light, pale appearance.
- Delicately incorporate the egg mixture into the molten chocolate blend, stirring with precision to maintain the delicate texture and ensure thorough integration.
- Gently fold wheat flour into the chocolate base using a flexible spatula, blending minimally to preserve the mixture’s delicate structure and prevent dense texture.
- Distribute the silky batter evenly between the prepared ceramic vessels, creating a smooth, level surface.
- Position the filled vessels inside the air circulation cooking device, setting the temperature to 370°F and allowing the delicate desserts to transform for approximately 8-10 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent excessive cooking.
- Let the miniature cakes rest momentarily after removing from the cooking chamber, then cautiously extract using a thick protective cloth.
- Trace the cake’s perimeter with a sharp blade to release the edges, then carefully invert onto a serving platform, revealing the molten, decadent interior.
Notes
- Make sure ramekins are properly greased to prevent sticking and ensure easy cake removal.
- Melt chocolate and butter slowly to avoid burning, stirring frequently for smooth consistency.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until frothy to create a light, airy texture in the lava cake.
- Fold flour gently to maintain the cake’s delicate structure and prevent tough results.
- Watch closely during air frying to catch the perfect moment of gooey center and crispy edges.
- Let cakes rest briefly before serving to stabilize the molten chocolate center and enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 462
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 147 mg