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Chocolate Lava Cake Calories
Rich chocolate dessert with molten center
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate Lava Cake (90 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.9 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 18.9 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate Lava Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
333
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
36.9g
· 13% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
18.9g
· 24% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 6% · Fat 50%
Chocolate Lava Cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.9 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 9.18 g | 46% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chocolate Lava Cake?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 481 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 555 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Lava Cake
What is Chocolate Lava Cake?
Chocolate Lava Cake is an individual chocolate dessert with a set outer cake and a warm, flowing center. It is usually served straight from the oven, often with ice cream or cream.
How do you make Chocolate Lava Cake at home?
Melt chocolate with butter, then mix it with eggs, sugar and a little flour. Divide the batter among greased oven-safe cups and bake until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Why is my Chocolate Lava Cake not runny in the middle?
Chocolate Lava Cake usually loses its molten center when it is baked too long. Oven strength and cup size affect timing, so take it out when the edges are firm and the center still jiggles slightly.
Is Chocolate Lava Cake undercooked?
No, a properly made Chocolate Lava Cake is not simply raw batter: its outer portion is baked while the center stays molten. Use a tested recipe and fresh, properly handled eggs, especially when serving children or anyone at higher risk from foodborne illness.
Can you make Chocolate Lava Cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can portion Chocolate Lava Cake batter into its baking cups and refrigerate it before baking. Chilled batter may need extra oven time, so judge doneness by the set edges and soft, slightly trembling center.
Can you bake Chocolate Lava Cake in a muffin tin?
Yes, a muffin tin can stand in for individual ramekins when making Chocolate Lava Cake. Grease each well thoroughly and watch the cakes closely, because the smaller portions may bake faster and can lose their molten centers quickly.
Can you freeze Chocolate Lava Cake?
Yes, freeze baked Chocolate Lava Cake in an airtight container once it has cooled. Thaw and warm it gently before serving; the center may not flow as smoothly as it does in a freshly baked cake.
How do you reheat Chocolate Lava Cake without drying it out?
Warm Chocolate Lava Cake gently in short bursts in a microwave, checking between each burst. Too much heat continues cooking the center, so stop as soon as the cake is warm rather than trying to make it piping hot.
What is the difference between Chocolate Lava Cake and chocolate fondant?
The names are often used for the same individual dessert: a small chocolate cake with a molten middle. Recipes vary, though, and some versions create the flowing center with a separate chocolate filling rather than a soft center in the batter.
What should you serve with Chocolate Lava Cake?
Vanilla ice cream is a classic pairing for Chocolate Lava Cake because its cool, creamy texture contrasts with the warm center. Fresh berries or lightly whipped cream also complement the chocolate without making the dessert feel as rich.
Chocolate Lava Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B12
0.16µg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.81mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
81mg · 12% DV
Iron
1.98mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Sodium
162mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
Chocolate Lava Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate Lava Cake
To burn the 333 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chocolate Lava Cake?
Chocolate Lava Cake is an individual chocolate cake with a set outer layer and a soft, flowing centre. It became a restaurant favourite through modern French and American cooking; the batter is baked just long enough for the middle to remain molten rather than firm.
Rich, warm and intensely chocolatey, it is usually served as a plated dessert, often with vanilla ice cream, cream or berries. Across English-speaking countries, it is a familiar choice on restaurant menus and for special-occasion baking at home. It is energy-dense, with 370 kcal per 100 g, so a smaller portion can be satisfying; fresh berries make a bright pairing if you want to balance its richness.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate Lava Cake?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chocolate Lava Cake Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chocolate Lava Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate Lava Cake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chocolate Lava Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
9.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.