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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 and gooey dessert that’s simple to prepare. Made with a chocolate cake mix base topped with a rich chocolate pudding layer and melty chocolate chips, it’s cooked slowly to create a luscious lava-like center that’s perfect for sharing warm with family and friends.

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 make serving easier.
  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 well combined, ensuring an even texture.
  3. Pour batter into slow cooker: Transfer the cake batter into the sprayed slow cooker insert, spreading it evenly.
  4. Mix pudding layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups milk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  5. Add pudding over batter: Pour the pudding mixture gently over the cake batter in the slow cooker, taking care not to stir to maintain layer separation.
  6. Top with chocolate chips: Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the pudding layer for extra chocolatey pockets.
  7. Cook the cake: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for about 2 hours and 30 minutes, or until the cake is set and you see the pudding bubbling at the top, indicating it’s fully cooked and gooey inside.
  8. Serve warm: Spoon the cake into bowls while warm for optimal lava consistency. Optionally, top with vanilla ice cream for a creamy contrast. Enjoy this indulgent treat!

Notes

  • Do not stir after adding the pudding layer to maintain the lava effect.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the slow cooker model.
  • For added richness, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Ensure the slow cooker is adequately sprayed to prevent sticking.
  • Use semi-sweet chocolate chips for balanced sweetness; dark chocolate chips can intensify the chocolate flavor.

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