Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake
Indulge in the rich delight of Instant Pot Chocolate Lava Cake, where every bite reveals a gooey, molten center that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a decadent dessert that’s perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. With minimal prep time and the convenience of an Instant Pot, you can enjoy this warm, luscious cake in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl using short bursts in the microwave until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the sugar-egg blend, folding gently to combine.
- Sift in flour and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined; lumps are acceptable.
- Grease four ramekins and fill each with batter, leaving space at the top.
- Place ramekins on a trivet inside the Instant Pot with one cup of water. Seal lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow natural release for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg