Quick Microwave Molten Lava Cake for Two
A fast and easy microwave molten lava cake recipe designed for two, featuring a rich, gooey chocolate center and tender cake exterior. Perfect for a quick indulgent dessert without leftovers or fuss.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (15 g)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30 g)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate piece or chocolate chips (15 g), dark or semi-sweet
Instructions
- Lightly grease two microwave-safe ramekins or mugs with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until lumps are broken up.
- Stir in melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until just combined; do not overmix.
- Divide half of the batter evenly into the two prepared ramekins (about 3 tablespoons each), smoothing the top.
- Place a piece of chocolate or chocolate chips in the center of each ramekin on top of the batter.
- Spoon the remaining batter over the chocolate pieces, covering them completely.
- Microwave each ramekin on high for 40 to 50 seconds, adjusting time as needed to have set edges and a gooey center.
- If not set, microwave in additional 5-second bursts, being careful not to overcook.
- Let the cakes rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving to allow the molten center to thicken.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs for even mixing. Do not overfill ramekins to allow cake to rise. Microwave power varies, so start with shorter cook times and add seconds as needed. Let cakes rest 1-2 minutes after microwaving for best molten texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and egg with flax egg. For gluten-free, use almond flour but expect a denser cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (half the
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
Keywords: molten lava cake, microwave dessert, quick chocolate cake, dessert for two, easy chocolate cake, molten chocolate cake, microwave cake