Can you make lava cakes in an air fryer?

Yes—air fryers produce the consistent heat and airflow needed for a firm cake exterior and molten center

Can you bake cakes in an air fryer?

Absolutely. Air fryers work like mini convection ovens, heating quickly and baking evenly, saving time and avoiding an oven

What is the difference between molten cake and lava cake?

They’re often used interchangeably, but molten cake typically refers to slightly firmer cakes with liquid centers, while lava cakes focus on that dramatic ooze when cut.

What temperature do you cook lava cake at?

We recommend 370°F (188°C) in the air fryer for 8–10 minutes—edges set, center jiggles. Adjust ±1–2 minutes per model

Air Fryer Lava Cakes: 5‑Minute Decadence | Indulgent & Easy | air fryer dessert recipes

Name: Air Fryer Lava Cakes: Quick, Gooey Chocolate Indulgence
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate; ¼ cup unsalted butter; 1 large egg; 1 egg yolk; 2 Tbsp sugar; 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour; ½ tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Air Fryer Lava Cakes: Quick, Gooey Chocolate Indulgence

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Decadent mini lava cakes made in your air fryer with a gooey chocolate center.

Author: IMAA
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 oz semi-sweet chocolate

¼ cup unsalted butter

1 large egg

1 egg yolk

2 Tbsp sugar

2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

½ tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

1. Grease two 6‑oz ramekins

2. Melt chocolate and butter until smooth

3. Beat egg, yolk, sugar, vanilla until pale

4. Fold in chocolate then flour

5. Divide batter into ramekins

6. Air fry at 370°F for 8–10 min

7. Let cool 1 min then invert and serve

Notes

Use high‑quality chocolate

Adjust time for air fryer model

Serve with ice cream or berries

Batter can be made ahead

Find it online: https://www.broodrecipes.com/air-fryer-lava-cakes/