Low-Carb Chocolate Lava Cake
Indulge in this decadent low-carb chocolate lava cake, a perfect guilt-free dessert. This simple recipe features antioxidant-rich 85% dark chocolate, which contains prebiotic fiber to support a healthy gut. Combined with protein-packed eggs and nourishing butter, this treat is as wholesome as it is delicious.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$2.95
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£2.30
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Protein: 10 g
- Fats: 15 g
- Carbs: 20 g
- Fibre: 0 g
Tags
Gluten Free Vegetarian Low Fodmap Dessert
Ingredients
- 85% dark chocolate - 1.5 oz. (50g) (chopped)
- butter - 1.5 oz. (50g)
- vanilla extract - ½ tsp.
- eggs - 2
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease 4 small ramekins with butter.
- 2. Place the chocolate in a saucepan, add butter and slowly melt together.
- 3. Add the vanilla extract and stir until smooth, then set aside. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly.
- 4. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat with a hand mixer until fluffy. Pour in the melted chocolate and mix well.
- 5. Transfer the batter into the greased ramekins and place in the oven. Immediately lower the heat to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 5 minutes, then remove from the oven and serve lukewarm with a dab of crème or ice cream (optional and not included in nutrition info).