Description
This Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert with a gooey, molten center, made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Using a boxed cake mix and instant pudding, it’s an easy and irresistible treat that requires minimal preparation—perfect for busy days or when you crave something sweet and comforting.
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
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Pudding Layer:
- 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding
- 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.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter
- In a large bowl, beat together chocolate cake mix, 1 1/4 cups milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker.
3. Prepare the Pudding Layer
- In a medium bowl, whisk together instant chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups milk until smooth.
- Pour the pudding mixture over the cake batter in the slow cooker. Do not stir.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the top.
4. Cook the Cake
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 2 hours and 30 minutes, or until the cake is set and the pudding mixture is bubbling at the top.
5. Serve
- Spoon the cake into bowls and serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nut Add-ins: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the cake batter for added crunch and flavor.
- Flavor Enhancements: For a deeper chocolate flavor, add instant espresso powder to the pudding mixture.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an indulgent twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
