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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
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake combines rich chocolate cake batter with a luscious pudding layer that creates a gooey, molten center. Prepared easily in a slow cooker, this dessert offers a warm, comforting treat perfect for any occasion without heating up your kitchen.

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 mix
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Spray a 6-quart slow cooker insert with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Make the 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 batter is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Pour Batter into Slow Cooker: Transfer the prepared cake batter evenly into the greased slow cooker insert.
  4. Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with 2 cups of milk until smooth and free of lumps.
  5. Add Pudding Layer: Pour the pudding mixture carefully over the cake batter in the slow cooker without stirring, to maintain separate layers.
  6. Top with Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the pudding layer for added richness.
  7. Cook the Cake: Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat. Cook for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, or until the cake is set and the pudding is bubbling on top.
  8. Serve Warm: Scoop portions into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, top with vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.

Notes

  • Do not stir after adding the pudding mixture; the layered effect creates the lava cake texture.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on slow cooker model; check doneness after 2 hours 15 minutes.
  • Adding vanilla ice cream complements the warm chocolate flavors perfectly but is optional.
  • Use a 6-quart slow cooker for even cooking and proper layering.

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