Description:
Air Fryer Peanut Butter Lava Cakes are rich and indulgent chocolate cakes with a molten peanut butter center. Perfectly portioned and irresistibly gooey, these cakes are a decadent treat for any chocolate and peanut butter lover.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: ~310 kcal
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
Ingredients:
For the Cake Batter:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter
For Garnish:
- Powdered sugar
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gently fold in the flour until just combined.
- Fill the Ramekins:
- Grease four small ramekins or air fryer-safe molds. Spoon a small amount of batter into each ramekin.
- Add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter to the center of each, then top with the remaining batter.
- Cook in the Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the ramekins in the air fryer basket and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cakes cool for 2 minutes before gently running a knife around the edges. Invert onto plates.
- Garnish with powdered sugar, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Notes:
- Storage: Best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated gently in the air fryer for a gooey center.
- Variations: Swap peanut butter with Nutella or almond butter for a different flavor.
- Tip: Be careful not to overcook to preserve the molten center.
Enjoy these indulgent Air Fryer Peanut Butter Lava Cakes for a truly decadent dessert! 😊