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Protein Lava Cake

Protein Lava Cake: Indulgent Dessert with a Healthy Twist

A delicious Protein Lava Cake that offers rich chocolate flavor with a healthy twist, perfect for satisfying dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate Choose 70% cacao or higher for rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Protein Powder Chocolate whey complements the flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Or aquafaba for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flour Use sparingly as it absorbs moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Butter For a luscious molten center.
  • 1/4 cup Sweetener Granulated sugar or a low-calorie alternative.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Increase amount for richer flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Elevates chocolate flavor.
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar For dusting.
  • 1 cup Berries Fresh strawberries or raspberries.
  • 1 scoop Ice Cream Pair with your favorite ice cream.

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Ramekins
  • whisk
  • double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease ramekins or a muffin tin with butter.
  2. Combine dark chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl, melt until smooth (1–2 minutes microwave).
  3. Whisk eggs with sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt until frothy (2–3 minutes).
  4. Combine melted chocolate mixture with egg mixture, then fold in protein powder and coconut flour.
  5. Fill ramekins or muffin tin about three-quarters full with batter.
  6. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set and centers jiggle slightly.
  7. Let cakes cool for about one minute, run a knife around edges, and invert onto plates.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar, serve with berries or ice cream, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Experiment with flavors by adding espresso powder or chili for an exciting twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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