5 Minute Chocolate Lava Cake
Indulge in the ultimate single-serving treat with this quick and decadent 5-Minute Chocolate Lava Cake. Made with rich semisweet chocolate chips, creamy butter, and a touch of vanilla, this molten dessert is the perfect balance of gooey, melty centers and just-set edges. With only a handful of pantry staples, this easy-to-make lava cake comes together in a microwave, cutting down both prep and cook time to just 5 minutes! Ideal for satisfying chocolate cravings in a hurry, this recipe serves one but can easily be scaled for sharing. Top it off with a dollop of ice cream, a sprinkling of powdered sugar, or fresh berries for a luxurious finish, and transform your dessert game with minimal effort. Keywords: chocolate lava cake recipe, 5-minute dessert, microwave lava cake, quick chocolate dessert, single-serve chocolate cake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Grease a microwave-safe ramekin or coffee mug with butter or non-stick spray.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate chips and butter together in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and fully melted.
Stir in the granulated sugar until combined.
Add the egg and whisk well until smooth.
Stir in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until no visible flour streaks remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin or mug.
Microwave on high for 45-60 seconds. The edges should look set while the center remains slightly gooey. Microwave times may vary depending on the power of your microwave, so check after 45 seconds.
Let the lava cake rest for 1 minute before serving. Optionally, top with powdered sugar, ice cream, or fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 282 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
