Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake
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Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake
Description
This recipe melts bittersweet dark chocolate and unsalted butter together to form a smooth base, which is then blended with eggs, sugar, and vanilla before folding in a small amount of flour. The batter is distributed into greased ramekins and cooked in an Instant Pot under pressure, which cooks the cake gently without drying; the pressure cooking creates a tender exterior and a molten center reminiscent of classic lava cake.
The texture is both cakey and soft, with the warm chocolate center adding a rich indulgence. The cakes can be served with a dusting of powdered sugar and optionally alongside ice cream or fresh fruit to balance the dense chocolate flavor.
Portioning into individual ramekins helps with presentation and portion control, and the cooking time in the Instant Pot is brief compared to traditional oven baking. Cooling slightly before serving helps the molten center remain intact.
Ingredients
- 2 egg large
- 2 egg large yolks
- ½ cup (125g) butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon (9g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (52g) granulated sugar
- 3.5 - 4 oz (100g - 113g) dark chocolate bittersweet
- ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract
- A pinch salt
- powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate & Unsalted Butter: Melt 3.5oz - 4oz (100g - 113g) 70% cacao dark chocolate with ½ cup (125g) unsalted butter.*Pro Tip: use the double boiler method or the microwave (30-secs interval & mix).
- Make Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, add 2 large eggs, 2 large egg yolks, ¼ cup (52g) granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix ingredients for 1 minute with a hand mixer using medium speed.
- Make Chocolate Lava Cake Mixture: Slowly pour in and mix the chocolate-butter mixture with the egg mixture (*Pro Tip: the chocolate-butter mixture can be hot, so you don't want to pour them all in at once). Add ½ tsp (2.5ml) vanilla extract. Then sift in 1 tbsp (9g) all-purpose flour. Mix everything together with a spatula until everything is well mixed.
- Pressure Cook Lava Cake: If you are planning to remove the lava cakes from the ramekins to serve, spray the ramekins with cooking spray. Carefully pour the lava cake mixture into 4 x 6oz-ramekins. Then tap the ramekins against the counter a few times to remove air bubbles. Add 1 cup (250ml) cold water in Instant Pot. Place trivet in Instant Pot, then stack the ramekins on top. Pressure cook at High Pressure for 7 - 9 minutes + Quick Release.*Pressure Cooking Times:-Thicker Pyrex Glass Ramekins: High Pressure 8 - 9 minutes + Quick Release-Standard 6oz Ramekins: High Pressure 7 minutes + Quick ReleaseCarefully open the lid (avoid dripping the condensation on the lava cakes!)
- Serve: Quickly place the ramekins on a cooling tray, then serve immediately once the ramekins are cooled to touch. Sift powdered sugar on the chocolate lava cake, then decorate the cake with a strawberry. You can also serve with a scoop of ice-cream on your lava cake. Serve & dive into your luxurious showstopping choco lava cake! :D
Notes
- Use a double boiler or microwave in short bursts to gently melt chocolate and butter without burning.
- Spray ramekins with cooking spray to help with easy removal of the lava cakes after cooking.
- Allow cakes to cool for a minute before serving to maintain a molten center texture.
- If you try this recipe, rating it in the comments section is appreciated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 489 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 489kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 247mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 1030IU | 21% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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