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Lava Cake Calories
Rich chocolate cake with molten center
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Lava Cake (90 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 17.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Lava Cake Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
333
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
39.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
17.1g
· 22% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 5% · Fat 47%
Lava Cake nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.1 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.65 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.5 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 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 piece (large) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 555 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lava Cake
What is Lava Cake?
Lava Cake is an individual chocolate dessert with a baked outer cake and a soft, flowing center. The center may come from a deliberately molten batter or a separate chocolate filling, depending on the recipe.
Why is the middle of Lava Cake runny?
Lava Cake has a runny middle because the recipe is designed to leave the center soft, either by using a chocolate filling or by baking the batter briefly. It should not be treated as raw batter; follow the recipe’s food-safety guidance.
How do you make Lava Cake at home?
To make Lava Cake, combine melted chocolate and butter with a mixture of eggs, sugar, and flour, then divide it among greased individual ramekins. Bake until the edges are set but the center still moves slightly, then serve soon after unmolding.
Is Lava Cake the same as chocolate fondant?
Lava Cake and chocolate fondant usually refer to the same style of individual dessert: a cake with a molten chocolate center. Names vary by country and restaurant, and some recipes create the center with a filling rather than a shorter bake.
How can you tell when Lava Cake is done?
Lava Cake is ready when its sides look set, the top has formed, and the center still has a slight wobble. A fully firm center is likely to be cakier, so check it near the end of the recipe’s suggested baking time.
Can you make Lava Cake in an air fryer?
Yes, Lava Cake can be cooked in an air fryer if the ramekins fit safely inside. Air fryers vary in heat and airflow, so use a suitable recipe and check early; overcooking can set the molten center.
What chocolate works best in Lava Cake?
Dark chocolate is a popular choice for Lava Cake because its deeper cocoa flavor balances the dessert’s sweetness. Milk chocolate makes a sweeter, milder version, so the result may be best if you adjust the recipe’s sugar accordingly.
Can you prepare Lava Cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can portion Lava Cake batter into greased ramekins ahead of baking and keep it chilled until you are ready to cook. Chilled batter may need more time in the oven, so judge doneness by the set edges and soft center.
What should you serve with Lava Cake?
Lava Cake pairs well with vanilla ice cream, lightly sweetened cream, or berries. A cool, fresh accompaniment contrasts with the warm chocolate center without overwhelming the dessert.
Can you freeze Lava Cake?
Yes, Lava Cake can be frozen, though its center may not stay as molten after thawing and reheating. For the closest freshly baked texture, freeze the unbaked, portioned batter and bake it when needed, following a recipe designed for frozen portions.
Lava Cake Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
81mg · 12% DV
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Iron
1.98mg · 11% DV
Sodium
162mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
Lava Cake Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off 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 Lava Cake?
Lava Cake is a small chocolate cake baked until the outside is set while the centre stays warm and runny. It became well known in French restaurant cooking and is now a familiar dessert on menus around the world. The batter typically combines chocolate, eggs, flour, sugar and butter; careful timing in the oven gives it its molten middle.
It is best served straight from the oven, often with ice cream or berries, and pairs nicely with coffee. In Turkey, you’ll commonly find it in cafés and restaurants as a warm plated dessert. It is energy-dense, with 370 calories per 100 g, so a smaller portion can be satisfying; fresh fruit makes a lighter accompaniment than ice cream.
How Nutritious Is 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 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 Lava Cake Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lava Cake Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Lava Cake Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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