Air Fryer Keto Lava Cakes

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup butter (melted)
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened; Guittard brand recommended)
• 3 tbsp Swerve Confectioners (or other keto-friendly sweetener options)
• salt (pinch)
• 1 egg (large, room temperature)
• 1 egg yolk (large, room temperature)
• 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp warm water (or coffee)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 350ºF (175ºC).

2. 2

   Lightly grease two jumbo-sized silicone muffin cups with butter. You can also use 4-ounce ramekins, but the cakes may not release as easily.

3. 3

   In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.

4. 4

   Stir in the cocoa powder, sweetener, and salt until the mixture is smooth.

5. 5

   Add the whole egg and the extra egg yolk and whisk until well combined. Don't worry if the mixture becomes a little gloppy initially.

6. 6

   Whisk in the vanilla extract and the warm liquid (water or coffee) until you have a smooth batter.

7. 7

   Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared muffin cups.

8. 8

   Place the cups on the lowest rack of the air fryer.

9. 9

   Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, until the tops are set but the center still feels a little soft to the touch.

10. 10

    Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a few minutes.

11. 11

    Flip the cakes out onto a plate. If you used silicone muffin cups, they should come out easily; if you used ramekins, run a knife around the outer edge to loosen before flipping.

Notes

Using room temperature eggs helps prevent the melted butter from seizing. For the best flavor, use a high-quality cocoa powder like Guittard. If using ramekins, ensure they are very well greased with butter to prevent sticking.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• keto
• low-carb
• gluten-free
• air fryer
• chocolate
• lava cake