Air Fryer Lava Cakes

Ready in about 19 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Rich chocolate lava cakes with a gooey centre and tender outer sponge. An easy impressive dessert for date night or dinner parties.

Ingredients

  • 100 g dark chocolate
  • 90 g butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 50 g sugar
  • 30 g flour

Method

  1. 1Melt the chocolate and butter together.
  2. 2Whisk the eggs and sugar, then fold in the chocolate mixture and flour.
  3. 3Pour into greased ramekins.
  4. 4Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
  5. 5Air fry for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set and the centre stays soft.
  6. 6Serve immediately.

Tips for the best results

  • Do not overbake or you lose the molten centre.
  • Serve with ice cream for the full effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer lava cakes?+

Cook at 180°C / 350°F for 8-10 min.

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