Best 2 Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake Recipes

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If you're looking for a decadent and indulgent dessert that's sure to impress your family and friends, look no further than this slow cooker chocolate lava cake. With its rich, molten chocolate center and moist, fluffy cake exterior, this dessert is a chocolate lover's dream. And the best part is, it's incredibly easy to make! Simply throw all of the ingredients into your slow cooker, set it to low, and let the slow cooker do all the work. In just a few hours, you'll have a delicious, gooey chocolate lava cake that's perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE



Slow-Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake image

Everyone who tries this dessert falls in love with it. Using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze. -Latona Dwyer, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
1-2/3 cups water
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
2 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker., In another bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes. Spoon over cake batter; sprinkle with chocolate chips. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in cake portion comes out with moist crumbs. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

GLUTEN-FREE SLOW COOKER CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE



Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake image

Unbelievable chocolate decadence for a gluten-free recipe. Top with ice cream or whipped cream. Invite people over because... OMG!

Provided by goodsaltmusic

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Chocolate Cake

Time 2h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package gluten-free chocolate cake mix
⅔ cup milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
⅓ cup vegetable oil
⅔ cup boiling water
2 avocados, halved and pitted
1 cup almond milk, or as needed
½ cup honey
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Pour cake mix into a large bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in milk, eggs, and vegetable oil; stir until well combined. Pour boiling water into the batter and stir to mix.
  • Pour batter into a slow cooker.
  • Combine avocados, almond milk, honey, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in a food processor; blend until the consistency of pudding. Pour over the batter in the slow cooker. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
  • Cook on High until edges have pulled away from the sides of the cooker, about 2 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563.6 calories, Carbohydrate 81.1 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 412 mg, Sugar 32.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate used will significantly impact the flavor of your lava cake, so use the best quality chocolate you can find.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense lava cake. Mix only until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Use ramekins of the correct size: The size of the ramekins will determine how long your lava cakes need to cook. If you use ramekins that are too large, the lava cakes will be overcooked on the outside and undercooked in the center.
  • Don't overcook the lava cakes: The key to a perfect lava cake is the molten center. If you overcook the lava cakes, the center will be solid.
  • Serve the lava cakes immediately: Lava cakes are best served immediately after they are cooked. The molten center will start to solidify as the lava cakes cool.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker chocolate lava cakes are an easy and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a rich, decadent lava cake that will impress your friends and family.

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