Keto Chocolate Lava Cakes

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Chocolate Lava Cakes or Molten Chocolate Cake is a combination of a flourless cake and a souffle. The decadent, delicious, oozing liquid chocolate center resembles lava in nature, hence the chocolate lava cake name. These chocolate lava cakes are very easy to make low carb using a very small amount of almond flour, sugar-free chocolate, and your favorite keto sweetener.

This recipe requires just 7 ingredients and is baked for about 10 minutes. Since they make the perfectly portioned size, you and your partner will each have your mini cake to enjoy!

Keto Chocolate Lava Cake

These lava cakes are a fabulous way to indulge in a rich, chocolatey, decadent dessert. They come together in minutes and are made from pantry staples, so you can make them whenever the urge hits.

Calories 394 kcal per serving

Ingredients

• 2
  eggs
• 1
  tsp
  vanilla extract
• 2
  ounces
  sugar-free chocolate
• 2
  ounces
  butter
  plus extra for greasing ramekins
• 1
  tsp
  instant coffee granules
• 1
  tbsp
  almond flour
• 2
  tbsp
  Swerve confectioners

Instructions

1. Pre-heat oven to 350⁰ F, fan-forced.

2. Using a stand mixer, beat the eggs and vanilla until thick and creamy.

3. Place the chocolate, butter, and coffee in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in bursts until melted and smooth.

4. Add the chocolate mixture to the eggs, beating on low until combined.

5. Fold the dry ingredients (almond flour and Swerve) through until well incorporated.

6. Grease two single-serve 1 cup ramekins very well.

7. Pour the batter into the two ramekins and bake for 8-12 minutes until the top has set but still jiggles. (Cooking time will depend on the size and shape of your ramekin)

8. Set aside for five minutes before upturning in a serving plate.

9. Serve with cream and berries, if desired.

10. These lava cakes will need to be eaten straight away and do not store well.

Recipe Notes

Net carbs: 5g

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Nutrition Facts

Keto Chocolate Lava Cake

Amount Per Serving

Calories 394
Calories from Fat 342

% Daily Value*

Fat 38g58%

Saturated Fat 21g131%

Cholesterol 225mg75%

Sodium 265mg12%

Potassium 78mg2%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 9g18%

Calcium 39mg4%

Vitamin A 946IU19%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending
on the specific brands of products used. We encourage everyone to check specific
product labels in calculating the exact nutritional information.

Last Updated: April 10th, 2024