Instant Pot Lava Cakes
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup water for the Instant Pot
- ½ cup unsalted butter plus extra for greasing ramekins
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder for the ramekins
- 6 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon espresso powder optional
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare the Instant Pot by placing a trivet in the stainless steel liner, and adding 1 cup of water.1 cup water
- Grease four, 6-ounce, glass ramekins, with butter then lightly sprinkle them with cocoa powder. Pour out any excess cocoa powder, and set aside.1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- In a small, microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup butter and baking chocolate. Stir every 15-20 seconds until the mixture is melted and smooth. Set aside.6 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate, ½ cup unsalted butter
- In a separate medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs, egg yolk, sugar, and salt until the eggs are light in color. Pour in the chocolate mixture, flour, and espresso powder, if using. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to fold the ingredients together until well combined.3 large eggs, 1 large egg yolk, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ⅛ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon espresso powder, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins. Place the ramekins in the Instant Pot, close the lid, and ensure the valve is set to "sealing." Press the manual (pressure cook) button, and adjust time to 7 minutes.
- After the time is up, open the valve for a quick release of pressure. Carefully, open the lid, and use a pot holder to remove the ramekins. Invert each ramekin on a plate to release the cakes.
- Serve with fresh berries, powdered sugar, or vanilla ice. Enjoy immediately. Storing/saving the cakes is not recommended.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 lava cake. Actual calories will vary.
- The "lava" is thick and not thin like many recipes. It's similar to a brownie batter.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Lava Cakes
Serving Size
1 cake
Amount per Serving
Calories
576
% Daily Value*
Fat
44
g
68
%
Saturated Fat
26
g
130
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
13
g
Cholesterol
235
mg
78
%
Sodium
312
mg
13
%
Potassium
323
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
39
g
13
%
Fiber
4
g
16
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
973
IU
19
%
Calcium
62
mg
6
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
