Description
This Crockpot Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert that combines a moist chocolate cake with a gooey, molten chocolate center. Using a crockpot makes it incredibly easy to prepare and perfect for slow cooking to achieve that irresistible lava effect. Ideal for chocolate lovers looking for a hassle-free, decadent treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups water
Pudding Layer
- 1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the inside of the crockpot generously with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the cake from sticking during cooking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until the batter is smooth and well blended, then pour the mixture evenly into the sprayed crockpot.
- Prepare Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until the pudding thickens slightly, then gently pour this mixture over the cake batter in the crockpot without mixing them.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top of the pudding layer to add extra chocolate richness and molten texture.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours. Check after 2 hours; the cake edges should be set while the center remains molten and gooey.
- Serve: Once done, carefully remove the crockpot insert. Scoop out portions onto plates, ensuring each serving includes the molten center for maximum indulgence. Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on crockpot model; check at 2 hours to avoid overcooking.
- For an extra gooey center, avoid stirring the pudding layer into the cake batter.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate or dark chocolate based on your preference.
- Serve warm and enjoy immediately for best texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking (Crockpot)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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