Crockpot Chocolate Lava Cake
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4.7
Crockpot Chocolate Lava Cake
Description
This Crockpot Chocolate Lava Cake blends a classic chocolate cake mix with instant chocolate pudding, milk, and oil to ensure a moist, dense batter. Added eggs provide structure while chocolate chips sprinkled on top melt during the slow cooking process, creating the lava effect. Cooking on low heat for around two and a half hours allows the cake surface to firm while the interior remains molten and fudgy, giving contrasting textures with every spoonful.
The dessert can be served warm directly from the slow cooker, allowing the rich melted chocolate to ooze decadently. It pairs well with ice cream or fresh berries to balance the intense chocolate flavor. The slow cooker method suits low-maintenance baking where stovetop or oven space is limited.
Nutrition info is approximate since ingredient brands and quantities can vary. The use of whole milk and vegetable oil contributes to the cake’s moist crumb and rich taste.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix 15.25 oz
- 1 box chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz, instant
- 1 1/4 cups milk whole
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 egg
- 2 cups chocolate chips 1 (12oz) bag
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by generously coating the inside with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine the cake mix, pudding mix, 1 1/4 cup milk, oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl or stand mixer and beat on low for 1 minute.
- Increase speed to medium, continuing to mix for 2-3 minutes or until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- Scoop the cake batter into prepared slow cooker.
- Spread chocolate chips on top of the cake. Do Not Stir.
- Place the lid on top of the slow cooker and cook on low for 2 1/2 hours or until the top of the cake is set.
Notes
- Use a well-greased slow cooker insert to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Do not stir after adding chocolate chips to preserve the distinct molten lava effect.
- Nutrition estimates provided are approximate and depend on exact ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 294kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 438mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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