Description
A rich, decadent, and gooey keto chocolate lava cake made with just five simple ingredients. This low-carb dessert is ready in 20 minutes and features a molten center that satisfies chocolate cravings without the sugar crash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces (170g) high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup (50g) fine almond flour
- ¼ cup (30g) granulated keto sweetener (e.g., monk fruit or erythritol)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter 6-ounce ramekins and dust with almond flour or cocoa powder, tapping out excess.
- Break dark chocolate into chunks and place in a microwave-safe bowl with butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, sweetener, salt, and vanilla (if using) vigorously for about a minute until pale and frothy.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and whisk gently to combine. Add almond flour and stir until just incorporated. The batter should be thick and gooey.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared ramekins. Optionally, drop a small piece of chocolate or almond butter in the center.
- Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes. Edges should be set, but the center must remain jiggly.
- Let cool for 1-2 minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen, then invert onto a plate or serve directly from the ramekin. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overbake; the center must remain jiggly for the lava effect. Use high-quality dark chocolate bars, not chips, for smooth texture. Room temperature eggs prevent the chocolate from seizing. Batter can be prepped 24 hours ahead and refrigerated; add 2-3 minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 individual cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
Keywords: keto, low carb, chocolate lava cake, almond flour, gluten free, dairy free option, quick dessert, 5 ingredient recipe