Description
A decadent, low-carb chocolate lava cake made with almond flour that is ready in just 10 minutes. This keto-friendly dessert features a rich, gooey center and requires only simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces (115g) dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (25g) fine blanched almond flour
- 2 tablespoons (20g) erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- A tiny pinch of salt
- Butter or coconut oil for greasing ramekins
- Almond flour or cocoa powder for dusting ramekins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Generously butter 2-4 small (6-ounce) ramekins and dust lightly with almond flour or cocoa powder, tapping out excess.
- Chop dark chocolate into small pieces. Place in a microwave-safe bowl with butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy (about 60-90 seconds total). Do not overheat.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk whole eggs, egg yolks, sweetener, and vanilla extract vigorously for 30 seconds until slightly pale and frothy.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly. Add almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until just combined; the batter will be thick.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared ramekins. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 7-9 minutes. For a gooey center, aim for 7-8 minutes until edges are set but the center is still jiggly.
- Let ramekins sit for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edge to loosen, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately with whipped cream or berries if desired.
Notes
Ensure eggs are at room temperature to prevent the chocolate from seizing. Do not overbake, or the center will not be gooey. For a dairy-free version, swap butter for coconut oil and ensure chocolate is dairy-free. Can be made in a microwave mug for 60-90 seconds if preferred.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: keto, low carb, chocolate lava cake, almond flour, quick dessert, gluten-free, dairy-free option, 10 minute recipe