Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake — Ever wonder what the secret to Chili’s Molten Lava Cake is? You’ll want to try this copycat recipe. It’s so easy! And if you make it in your air fryer, it only takes 20 minutes. Get ready for an indulgent dessert that will be gone before you know it!
Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake is the perfect dessert. It combines a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream with fresh raspberries.
There is nothing like a fudgy, rich chocolate lava cake, and it’s done in no time with the help of the air fryer. This air fryer lava cake is a copycat version of the trendy dessert at Chilis. My kids go crazy for dessert, and it’s one of the main reasons we go to Chilis. So, I recreated it in our house with the air fryer’s help today.
The only problem you will have is sticking to just eating one. They are perfect, perfect snacks. I love serving these to my guests. They look so elegant when they come but are prepared in less than 20 minutes.
Check Out Our Video on Making a Lava Cake In The Air Fryer!
Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake
These cakes are easy to make, and best yet, they are single-serve so that everyone can have their own. There is nothing like a chocolate lava cake, especially the air fryer version, which only takes minutes to cook.
Here are some pictures to help you make them in your air fryer. You will soon have an excellent lava cake for a fantastic dessert. Toppings are optional.
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake
Here are the simple ingredients for making this delicious copycat version of Chili’s Cake.
Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list are below, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, as well as the nutritional information.
- Bittersweet Chocolate: Provides a rich and intense chocolate flavor for the molten lava cake, ensuring a decadent dessert experience.
- Butter: Adds richness and moisture to the cake batter, resulting in a tender and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Eggs & Egg Yolks: Act as binding agents and contribute to the cake’s structure and richness, creating a soft and gooey center.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the cake batter while contributing to its light and airy texture when combined with the eggs.
- All Purpose Flour: Provides structure to the cake and helps it hold its shape while baking, creating a perfect balance between the cakey exterior and molten center.
- Optional: Your choice of toppings and garnishes: Whether it’s a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, or a drizzle of raspberry sauce, toppings and garnishes add a finishing touch to elevate the presentation and flavor of the molten lava cake.
How To Make Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake
Here are the step-by-step directions for making this delicious air fryer dessert.
Grease 6 – 6 oz ramekins. Microwave chocolate and butter in a large microwavable bowl for 2 minutes or until butter is melted.
Stir until the chocolate is melted. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds if needed.
Add powdered sugar and flour and mix well.
Add whole eggs and egg yolks. Whisk until well combined.
Divide evenly between the greased ramekins, filling about 3/4 full.
Place ramekins in an air fryer basket and cook at 370 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 7 to 10 minutes. Allow sitting for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes. Invert on a plate and gently tap the ramekin’s bottom to release. Garnish with powdered sugar and berries and serve immediately with ice cream.
Topping Ideas
While I topped the lava cakes with vanilla ice cream and fresh raspberries, there are so many options that you can choose from. Here are some of the most popular:
- Powdered sugar is a great and easy way to jazz up your lava cake.
- Chocolate sauce-perfect with the chocolate lava. Great for a chocolate lover.
- The caramel- The sweetness of the caramel enhances the chocolate lava cake.
- Sea Salt
- Ice Cream- The perfect combination of cake and ice cream; some of my favorites are vanilla, chocolate, and chocolate chip.
- Whipped Cream-Try was making some homemade whipped cream. That and the chocolate from the lava cake are delicious.
- Fresh Berries
- Nuts
Pro Tips
- One of the most important things to do is grease and use cocoa powder to prepare the ramekins. When you are finished cooking the lava cake, it pops out. Otherwise, it will stick.
- Use bittersweet or semisweet chocolate. Otherwise, it will be either too sweet or too bitter. I used semisweet chocolate chips, which I had in the pantry, and they were delicious.
- Remember, all air fryers cook at different times, so check the lava cakes halfway through to judge their progress. I checked several times in the last few baking minutes, so your lava cake will come out ideally.
Faq’s
Can I Use Gluten-Free Flour? Use the same amount of all-purpose flour in the recipe, substituting gluten-free flour.
How Do You Know When The Air Fryer Lava Cake Is Done? You will need to watch this air fryer dessert. As soon as the edges are set, remove the lava cakes. Otherwise, you will overcook them. You want the center to be set but not fully cooked.
How Do You Store Any Leftovers? If you have any leftover lava cakes, let them cool to room temperature, cover them, and set them in the refrigerator. To reheat, either microwave or air fry them for a few minutes.
Can I Prepare These Ahead Of Time? I usually make them and then place them in the refrigerator. Just cover them until you are ready to air fry them.
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Air Fryer Copycat Chili’s Molten Lava Cake
Description
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate
- 10 tablespoons butter
- 3 whole eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Optional Garnishes: Powdered sugar, vanilla ice cream, raspberries, etc.
Instructions
- Grease 6 – 6 oz ramekins.
- Microwave chocolate and butter in a large microwavable bowl on high for 2 minutes or until butter is melted.
- Stir until chocolate is melted. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds if needed.
- Add powdered sugar and flour and mix well.
- Add whole eggs and egg yolks. Whisk until well-combined.
- Divide evenly between the greased ramekins, filling about 3/4 full.
- Place ramekins in an air fryer basket and cook at 370ºF, air fryer setting, for 7 to 10 minutes. Allow to sit for 1 minute.
- Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
- Invert on a plate and tap the bottom of the ramekin gently to release.
- Garnish with powdered sugar and berries and serve immediately with ice cream
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Ramekins, parchment paper
- Cooking Spray
Notes
Some Tips For Making The Perfect Lava Cake in the Air Fryer
- One of the most important things is to grease and use cocoa powder to prepare the ramekins. This way, when you are finished cooking the lava cake, it pops out. Otherwise, it will stick.
- Use bittersweet chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate. Otherwise, it will be either too sweet or too bitter, I used semi-sweet chocolate chips, which I had in the pantry, and they were delicious.
- Remember, all air fryers cook at different times, so check the lava cakes halfway to judge how they are doing. I usually check several times in the last few baking minutes, so your lava cake comes out perfectly.
Nutrition
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Marguretta Burkhalter
When I finally found the measurements in the recipe it did not say how much powdered sugar do you mix in with the flour in order to make the cake. How much powdered sugar should there be in this recipe?
Vicki J.
Laurie,
On the recipe card, there is no powdered sugar listed. Can you add that info so we know how much powdered sugar to add. Thanks.