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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.
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Fat
11g
Protein
8g
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
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
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.
Mixing The Ingredients - You'll Want To Do It Right
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.
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.
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!
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!
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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
- 4 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 2 Tbsp Powdered Swerve
- 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Tbsp Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
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.
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- PostedAugust 19, 2019
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25 thoughts on “This Keto Lava Cake Recipe Is The Best We’ve Had All Year”
November 2, 2019 at 7:50 am
It’s so delicious. Thank you for the recipe.Reply
Tami Crandall
November 2, 2019 at 8:57 pm
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
Grace E Steece
December 7, 2019 at 9:12 pm
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
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!
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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.
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July 22, 2020 at 7:42 am
Fun!
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Grace
December 7, 2019 at 7:15 pm
Do you use granular swerve or confectioner swerve *n recipe
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SCOTT | KETOWIZE
December 13, 2019 at 11:36 am
I use the powdered confectioner’s Swerve in this recipe.
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Patricia
December 8, 2019 at 4:51 pm
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
Brenda Estes
December 13, 2019 at 6:27 am
not sweet enough, agree with reveiwer who added another Tabs Swerve or Monkfuit!Reply
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.
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Paddy
December 20, 2019 at 3:11 am
I cannot get access to Swerve sweetener – would it be ok to use Total Sweet Xylitol Natural Sugar Alternative?
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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..
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Kelly
March 9, 2020 at 10:51 am
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
Cameron
April 11, 2020 at 7:13 pm
This came out sooooo good! I’m wondering is there a no flour vanilla option?? Thank you, I will continue making this.Reply
Rose
May 19, 2020 at 2:24 pm
Will this work in a muffin tin rather than ramekins?
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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.
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Rubi
May 21, 2020 at 7:30 pm
This recipe is simple and delicious!! I used half and half.Reply
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!
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Linda
August 22, 2020 at 7:25 am
Is it possible to use regular swerve instead of powdered???Reply
Janet Hill
December 15, 2020 at 3:40 pm
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
Wendy
August 8, 2022 at 8:51 am
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
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December 13, 2022 at 6:40 am
Have you made it in a crockpot?
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Lori
September 3, 2023 at 4:28 pm
Not sweet enough and IMO too much cocoa but I will tweak and try again. Thank you.Reply
Rae Ann Woodrow
November 20, 2023 at 8:09 am
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
