This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (2024)

  • Updated

KetoMake AheadFreezer FriendlyKid FriendlyOne PanDessert

This super-easy Keto Lava Cake Recipe, with its rich, moist, chocolatey cake and gooey lava center has only 2g of net carbs, making it a delicious low carb treat.

10.73K Shares

Save this recipe by pinning this picture to your Pinterest board for later!

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (1)

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (2)

Fat

11g

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (3)

Protein

8g

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (4)

Net Carbs

2g

You may be just starting out on Keto or you may have already lost a ton of weight and are now just maintaining. I don’t know YOUR Keto journey, but I do know THE Keto journey.

It usually starts out great but often gets derailed by a pan of brownies or a bag of Oreo’s. It’s almost always our sweet tooth that gets us. The next thing you know, you’re kicked out of ketosis and working your butt off to get back in so you can start losing again.

This is one of the main reasons why I have been focusing on desserts here at Ketowize. I know they are the downfall of many Keto dieters (this one included), and the reason why so many of us fall off the wagon so frequently.

The BEST Keto Lava Cake Recipe I've Ever Made

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (5)

I’ve loved delicious lava cakes long before I had even heard of the Keto diet. There is just something so decadent about that rich, moist chocolate cake filled with ooey, gooey lava that pours out on your first bite.

Besides my own children, it really is one of my favorite things on the planet.

And surprisingly, adapting my favorite lava cake recipe to a low carb version wasn’t too terribly difficult.

Sure, it took some trial and error, but the results are out of this world delicious.

Simple Ingredients Make A Delicious Keto Lava Cake

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (6)

The key to making our lava cake recipe actually low carb (there’s only 2 grams of net carbs per cake in our version) came from two important changes.

First, this is a flourless Keto lava cake recipe so there are no flours (including coconut or almond flour) anywhere to be found in here. We’ve tried a few versions with almond flour and found they just didn’t taste at all like the real thing.

So, we took a cue from our Ultimate Double Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe – it is completely flourless as well – and skipped the flour completely.

The other major switch comes from swapping out the sugar with an erythritol-based sweetener. We always like to opt for Swerve Confectioner’s blend as we’ve found it works superbly for baking.

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (7)

This is a really simple recipe but it’s easy to screw up if you don’t follow this step.

Begin by mixing all of the dry ingredients (cocoa powder, powdered Swerve, baking powder, and salt) together with a fork to remove the lumps and incorporate them completely. Many people skip this part and wonder why their lava cakes turn out subpar.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with a whisk or electric mixer and then add the heavy cream and pure vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Next, combine the wet and dry ingredients together and mix until smooth before splitting the mixture between two greased ramekins or other small glass baking dishes.

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (8)

A Few Notes On Cocoa Powder

First and foremost, cocoa powder IS NOT the same as cocoa mix. You will find real cocoa powder in the bulk section, baking aisle, or organic section of the store or at your favorite online retailer. But, knowing this information is only the beginning.

Choosing the right unsweetened cocoa powder can make a big difference in the richness of your Keto lava cakes. Plus there are many added health benefits to using a high quality cocoa powder that you may not know about.

Cocoa Powder is Rich in Polyphenols. These are naturally occurring antioxidants linked to many health benefits, including reduced inflammation, better blood flow, lower blood pressure, and improved blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Tip: You can easily determine the quality of a cocoa powder by comparing its fat content, located on the nutrition label.

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (9)

Dutch Process or Natural Process? What’s the difference and why does it matter? You’ll generally find cocoa powder labeled as dutch or natural process in the store. And, while it may sometimes be a personal preference, there are some key things you should know to help you make an informed decision.

When baking, the type of cocoa powder does matter, because the acidity of the cocoa powder could be the only thing activating the leavening agent in the recipe.

For example, if the recipe calls for baking soda, natural cocoa powder is probably fine and possibly even necessary, because the acidity in the cocoa powder helps activate the baking soda. If the recipe calls for baking powder, then you’ll be able to opt for Dutch-processed cocoa powder.

Tip: For recipes that are not specific, locate the leavening agents. Baking powder means you get to go Dutch–if you want!

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (10)

Did you make this delicious Keto lava cake recipe? If so, let us know in the comments below. Have a question? Ask in the comments and we’ll reply right away.

And remember, your keto diet should not be boring!

RECIPE CARD

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (12)

4.45 from 40 votes

Ask a Question

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

The Best Keto Lava Cake Recipe

This super-easy Keto Lava Cake Recipe, with its rich, moist, and chocolatey cake and gooey lava center truly is the stuff low carb dreams are made of.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time15 minutes mins

CourseDessert

CuisineAmerican

Calories148

AuthorScott from Ketowize.com

Servings 2 Lava Cakes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F

  • Prepare 8 oz. Ramekins or Other Small Glass Baking Dishes with cooking spray.

  • Mix together all dry ingredients with a fork to remove lumps.

  • In a separate bowl, beat eggs.

  • Add heavy cream and vanilla and whisk to combine.

  • Combine wet and dry ingredients together stirring until well-combined and smooth.

  • Divide the batter between the two prepared dishes.

  • Bake in oven on middle rack for 10-15 minutes.

  • Remove and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not overcook. Jiggly cake means lots of gooey lava!
  • Run a butter knife around the edge of the cake to loosen from the dish, before tipping the lava cake onto a plate...This may take some practice.
  • This batter can be made and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours tightly covered with plastic wrap.

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Nutrition Facts

The Best Keto Lava Cake Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 cake)

Calories 148Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 4g16%

Protein 8g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (13)

10.73K Shares

  • PostedAugust 19, 2019
  • INKeto Diet Recipes
  • 25 Comments
  • | Leave A Comment

Leave a Comment, Question, or Review

25 thoughts on “This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We’ve Had All Year”

  1. November 2, 2019 at 7:50 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (14)
    It’s so delicious. Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply

  2. Tami Crandall

    November 2, 2019 at 8:57 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (15)
    After tasting the batter, I added one more tablespoon of Swerve Confectioner’s sugar. I used dutch processed cocoa. I loved the cakes, as did my non-keto husband. So yummy and quick, I will certainly make this again….maybe tomorrow.

    Reply

    1. Grace E Steece

      December 7, 2019 at 9:12 pm

      This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (16)
      Took away my craving for chocolate. This is my new chocolate snack. Easy to make and taste exacty as it saids chocolate lava excellent.

      Reply

  3. Ketokitty

    December 5, 2019 at 7:26 pm

    I’m looking forward to trying this. While I enjoy the little cakes made with almond flour, I wanted one with lower carbs. TBH though, everyone I’ve ever tried that use whole egg tasted like chocolate scrambled eggs. I’m hoping this one won’t!

    Reply

    1. SCOTT | KETOWIZE

      December 13, 2019 at 11:37 am

      Give it a shot and let me know what you think of it! My whole family really loved this recipe.

      Reply

    2. July 22, 2020 at 7:42 am

      Fun!

      Reply

  4. Grace

    December 7, 2019 at 7:15 pm

    Do you use granular swerve or confectioner swerve *n recipe

    Reply

    1. SCOTT | KETOWIZE

      December 13, 2019 at 11:36 am

      I use the powdered confectioner’s Swerve in this recipe.

      Reply

  5. Patricia

    December 8, 2019 at 4:51 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (17)
    Oh yes. We just devoured this rich and delicious chocolate lava cake. Easy to make as directed and my perfect baking time is 15 minutes. Definately will make again! Try it! It is not a keto flop of a recipe.

    Reply

  6. Brenda Estes

    December 13, 2019 at 6:27 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (18)
    not sweet enough, agree with reveiwer who added another Tabs Swerve or Monkfuit!

    Reply

    1. SCOTT | KETOWIZE

      December 13, 2019 at 11:30 am

      Definitely feel free to add more sweetener if you are looking for a sweeter lava cake.

      Reply

  7. Debby

    March 7, 2020 at 1:45 pm

    Just a note I want to leave for some of your readers who may not have Dutch chocolate powder…for this recipe, 4 T of cocoa, add 1/8 tsp of baking soda..

    Reply

  8. Kelly

    March 9, 2020 at 10:51 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (19)
    Really great recipe. I modified a bit the second time I made it. I cut back on chocolate by 1 Tbls and added 1 Tbls of Erithritol. Really good.

    Reply

  9. Cameron

    April 11, 2020 at 7:13 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (20)
    This came out sooooo good! I’m wondering is there a no flour vanilla option?? Thank you, I will continue making this.

    Reply

  10. Rose

    May 19, 2020 at 2:24 pm

    Will this work in a muffin tin rather than ramekins?

    Reply

    1. SCOTT | KETOWIZE

      May 20, 2020 at 7:50 am

      I have not tried them in a muffin tin, but I definitely think that would work.

      Reply

  11. Rubi

    May 21, 2020 at 7:30 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (21)
    This recipe is simple and delicious!! I used half and half.

    Reply

  12. jo

    May 27, 2020 at 12:30 pm

    How and when do we freeze it, and what’s the recommended method to reheat? Thanks so much for the recipe!

    Reply

  13. Linda

    August 22, 2020 at 7:25 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (22)
    Is it possible to use regular swerve instead of powdered???

    Reply

  14. Janet Hill

    December 15, 2020 at 3:40 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (23)
    Excellent just as written. I served this to my husband, garnished with confectioner’s swerve, raspberries and a mint sprig. It was delicious and I think I got more praise than I deserved, because it was so easy. Lots of “bang for the buck”! Thank you for this little gem.

    Reply

  15. Wendy

    August 8, 2022 at 8:51 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (24)
    Make these. Now. Double the recipe. They are *that* good! I didn’t have powdered sweetener, so just used granulated sweetener and they turned out just fine. I did taste the batter and found it slightly bitter, but we tend to like our chocolate desserts that way. It was perfect with a small scoop of keto ice cream. They are also amazing reheated in the microwave for about 10 seconds if you bake extras.

    Why are you not eating these Right Now? B

    Reply

  16. December 13, 2022 at 6:40 am

    Have you made it in a crockpot?

    Reply

  17. Lori

    September 3, 2023 at 4:28 pm

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (25)
    Not sweet enough and IMO too much cocoa but I will tweak and try again. Thank you.

    Reply

  18. Rae Ann Woodrow

    November 20, 2023 at 8:09 am

    This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (26)
    I made the recipe as is, but didn’t like it. I used regular cocoa powder and the finished result, though pretty, was very bitter. I doubt that I will make it again using Dutch cocoa powder, as I don’t want to waste the ingredients.

    Reply

Leave a Comment

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (27)

Free 7-Day Keto Meal Plan

Discover the delicious meals you should eat each day to make your body burn more fat!


This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (28)

POPULAR LOW CARB ARTICLES

This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We've Had All Year - Ketowize (2024)

FAQs

Why is lava cake safe to eat? ›

Is it safe to eat lava cake? Yes! It may seem concerning to eat a cake that isn't cooked all the way through, but it's not the same as eating raw batter. The temperature while baking cooks the eggs enough to make the molten center perfectly safe to eat.

How long do Lava Cakes last? ›

Wrap well in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. You can thaw frozen lava cakes overnight in the fridge and reheat them in the oven at 350°F for about 8 minutes.

Does lava cake go in the fridge? ›

However, if you want to refrigerate your baked cakes, cover them with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Just be aware that your Molten Lava Cake will now just be a tasty chocolate cake.

How do you eat lava cake? ›

A molten lava cake is ideally served when hot. It tastes just as fine when cold but the molten chocolate sets and gets hard when it is chilled. Even at room temperature, it may go hard if made with normal chocolate.

What is the difference between molten lava cake and lava cake? ›

Lava cakes are typically small individual-sized cakes baked in a ramekin. In summary, molten cake is a broader term that can refer to cakes with a liquid center, whereas lava cake is a specific type of chocolate cake with a melted center.

Is lava cake good for anxiety? ›

Among medicinal marijuana consumers, Lava Cake is cherished for its stress and pain-relieving properties. In other words, it may be beneficial to people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, migraines, headaches, and chronic pain.

Does lava cake get you high? ›

With relaxing and euphoric effects that will encompass your whole body, Lava Cake offers a potent high that won't knock you out. Whether smoking or dabbing, you're sure to want seconds of this exotic treat.

Can lava cake be left out overnight? ›

If you bought your Chocolate Lava Cake directly from a bakery or grocery store, it will usually stay fresh for 1 to 2 days at room temperature or up to one week in the fridge. If the cake is packaged and unopened, it can last up to the 'best by' date indicated on the package, which is typically a few months.

What can I use instead of ramekins for lava cake? ›

If you don't have ramekins, you can use a standard muffin pan. Grease 6 muffin pan cups and dust with cocoa powder to prevent the lava cakes from sticking. Because your lava cakes will be slightly smaller, you'll get 6 lava cakes instead of 4. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 8–10 minutes.

Why did my lava cake sink? ›

If you over mix the cake batter, your molten lava cake is going to collapse or sink in. Reason being when you over mix the batter, you are incorporating too much air bubble into the batter resulting it in losing its structure to hold the cake together.

What is the difference between a souffle and a lava cake? ›

Lava cake has a runny center, whereas a soufflé incorporates whipped egg whites that puff up as it cooks to create a pillowy texture. Density: Lava cake, because of the gooey center, is a much wetter and denser cake. The very essence of a soufflé is its characteristic lightness.

Can lava cake be eaten cold? ›

Although raspberry lava cake is ideally made and served à la minute, sometimes leftovers happen — and they can still be delicious. Cover and refrigerate leftover cooled cakes; they can be briefly reheated in the microwave or else eaten cold or at room temperature (though the centers will be solid).

Why is it called lava cake? ›

Molten chocolate cake is a French dessert that consists of a chocolate cake with a liquid chocolate core. It is named for that molten center, and it is also known as mi-cuit au chocolat, chocolat coulant ("flowing"), chocolate lava cake, or simply lava cake.

Is lava cake Indica or Sativa? ›

Lava Cake is a powerful indica-hybrid marijuana strain made by crossing Thin Mint GSC with Grape Pie. Lava Cake produces deeply relaxing effects that ease the mind and body. This strain is ideal for after work, lazy days off, or for anyone seeking to relax.

Is lava cake just raw in the middle? ›

The technical answer is no, molten lava cake is not raw in the middle. However, the centers of molten lava cakes are under-baked, in the sense that the centers are not fully set. The molten chocolate centers get hot enough to “cook” the eggs to a food-safe temperature, without hardening the batter.

What is the science behind lava cake? ›

So today's recipe, for Molten Lava Cake, is a lesson in heat transfer—the cake starts as a liquid batter, and while it's in the oven, water in the batter evaporates into steam, helping the cake rise, while the proteins in the eggs denature and the flour's starches gelatinize, making the cake solid from the outside in ...

Is chocolate lava cake not just undercooked chocolate cake? ›

Chocolate lava cake is not just undercooked chocolate cake. That's not what makes the center molten. You take a frozen cylinder of ganache and set it in the ramekin so that as the outside cooks fully, the inside becomes molten!

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Nicola Considine CPA

Last Updated:

Views: 5583

Rating: 4.9 / 5 (49 voted)

Reviews: 80% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Nicola Considine CPA

Birthday: 1993-02-26

Address: 3809 Clinton Inlet, East Aleisha, UT 46318-2392

Phone: +2681424145499

Job: Government Technician

Hobby: Calligraphy, Lego building, Worldbuilding, Shooting, Bird watching, Shopping, Cooking

Introduction: My name is Nicola Considine CPA, I am a determined, witty, powerful, brainy, open, smiling, proud person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.