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Decadent Keto Chocolate Lava Cake

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A rich, low-carb almond flour chocolate lava cake with a molten dark chocolate center, perfect for keto and gluten-free diets. This easy dessert is ready in under 30 minutes and delivers indulgent flavor without the sugar crash.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (56g) almond flour, finely ground
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • A pinch of salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) butter, melted and slightly cooled (grass-fed if possible)
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ounces (56g) dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), chopped into small chunks or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your ramekins with butter and set them on a baking sheet.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to combine evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with erythritol until pale and slightly frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slowly add melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients carefully using a spatula. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into each ramekin, filling about halfway.
  7. Nestle about 1/2 ounce (14g) of chopped dark chocolate into the center of each batter portion.
  8. Cover the chocolate with the remaining batter, smoothing the top lightly.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but the center is still soft and slightly jiggly.
  10. Let the cakes cool for 3-5 minutes before running a knife around the edges to loosen. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Watch baking time closely to maintain the molten center; overbaking will dry it out. Use room temperature eggs for better volume. Grease ramekins thoroughly to prevent sticking. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate. Optional additions include cinnamon, espresso powder, or fresh berries in the center.

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