Crockpot Lava Cake
A delightful, warm chocolate cake with a gooey molten center, easily made in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix Follow package instructions for preparation.
- 1 cup chocolate chips For melting into the cake.
For the pudding layer
- 1 box chocolate pudding mix For the gooey center.
- 2 cups milk To mix with the pudding.
For serving
- as needed vanilla ice cream To serve on the side.
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray the crockpot with non-stick spray.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix batter according to package instructions and mix until smooth.
- Pour the prepared cake batter into the crockpot, spreading evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups of milk until smooth.
- Pour the pudding mixture over the cake batter, ensuring it covers the batter evenly.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the pudding mixture.
- Cover the crockpot with its lid.
Cooking
- Set the crockpot to cook on low for 2-3 hours.
- Check periodically; the cake should be set but still soft in the center.
Serving
- Serve the cake warm, allowing the molten center to ooze onto the plate.
- Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Optional: drizzle with chocolate syrup or sprinkle with powdered sugar.
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Notes
For added flavor, mix a teaspoon of espresso powder into the cake batter. You can also add chopped nuts or toffee bits for extra texture. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid frequently during cooking.