Air Fryer Chocolate Lava Cake with Molten Center
Indulge in a decadent, restaurant-quality dessert with a warm, gooey molten chocolate center, perfectly cooked in your air fryer for a quick and easy treat. This individual cake is a showstopper that's ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped, for melting
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter cubed
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk room temperature
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting ramekins
Notes
Storage: These cakes are best served immediately. If you must store, refrigerate for up to 1 day and reheat in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes at 350°F (175°C). Make-Ahead: Prepare the batter and fill the ramekins up to 4 hours ahead; cover and refrigerate. Add 1-2 minutes to the cook time. Variations: Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor or add a teaspoon of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste. For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.