Description
Indulge in a luscious and gooey dessert with this Crockpot Chocolate Lava Cake recipe. Combining rich chocolate cake mix and instant pudding, this easy-to-make slow-cooker dessert features a molten center that’s perfectly gooey and topped with velvety cake layers. Perfect for a cozy gathering or a comforting sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Grease the inside of your crockpot thoroughly with non-stick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix with the instant chocolate pudding mix until fully blended.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, whole milk, and vegetable oil to the dry mix. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make the cake dense.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter to distribute them evenly.
- Pour Batter into Crockpot: Transfer the batter into the prepared crockpot, smoothing out the top gently.
- Add Water: Pour 1 cup of water over the batter evenly without stirring to create the lava effect as it cooks.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on high heat for 2 to 3 hours. The cake is ready when the edges are set but the center remains gooey and molten—this is the signature lava cake texture.
Notes
- Cooking times can vary depending on the crockpot brand and size; check at 2 hours to avoid overcooking.
- For a dairy-free variation, use almond or oat milk instead of whole milk.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Do not stir after adding the water to maintain the layered texture of cake and molten chocolate.
- The cake will firm up as it cools, so serve immediately for the best lava effect.
