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Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake is a decadent, gooey dessert perfect for chocolate lovers. Using a slow cooker allows the cake to cook gently, creating a rich layered treat with a moist chocolate cake layer on top and a luscious, molten chocolate pudding layer beneath, finished with melty chocolate chips. It’s easy to make and ideal for cozy gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Pudding Layer

  • 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare slow cooker: Spray a 6-quart slow cooker insert thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the cake from sticking during cooking.
  2. Mix cake batter: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the chocolate cake mix, 1 1/4 cups milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour cake batter: Transfer the prepared cake batter evenly into the greased slow cooker insert.
  4. Make pudding layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  5. Add pudding over cake: Pour the pudding mixture carefully over the cake batter in the slow cooker, making sure not to stir so that the layers remain distinct.
  6. Top with chocolate chips: Sprinkle the 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the pudding layer.
  7. Cook the cake: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on the low setting for about 2 hours and 30 minutes, or until the cake layer is set and the pudding mixture is bubbling on top, indicating it is fully cooked.
  8. Serve warm: Spoon the warm lava cake into bowls. Optionally, top with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Do not stir after adding the pudding and chocolate chips to preserve the layered lava effect.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly based on slow cooker model and size.
  • For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter melted over the cake batter before cooking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
  • Ensure slow cooker is approximately 6 quarts to prevent overflow during cooking.

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