Tropical Keto Lava Cake

Tropical Keto Lava Cake

Explore this mouthwatering keto-friendly dessert that brings a taste of the tropics to your table.

Time: Prep - 10 min, Cook - 18 min, Total - 28 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Hawaiian

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 3 oz unsalted butter 4 oz sugar substitute 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1/4 cup almond flour 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease four ramekins and place them on a baking sheet.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar substitute until fully incorporated.
  3. Add cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt mix well.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in almond flour and vanilla extract.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among prepared ramekins.
  6. Bake for 18 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers are still slightly jiggly.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with a dollop of Keto whipped cream.

Chef’s Insight

The key is to underbake the cakes slightly for that luscious lava flow.

Notes

The sugar substitute used should be a 1:1 replacement for sugar.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from the traditional Hawaiian chocolate soufflé.