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High Protein, Gluten-Free Microwave Chocolate Lava Cake

  • Writer: Chef Josh Gale
    Chef Josh Gale
  • May 9
  • 1 min read

Updated: 2 days ago

When the chocolate cravings hit in our house (which is basically always), this microwave chocolate lava cake is the answer. It’s rich, gooey, and ready in minutes—but with a healthy twist that keeps things lighter than the classic version. Think decadent dessert vibes without the sugar crash. Quick, easy, and ridiculously satisfying.


oozing chocolate lava cake

High Protein, Gluten Free Microwave Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Makes 2 cakes


Ingredients


  • 1 cup Greek yogurt 


  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder

  • 
3 tbsp almond flour

  • 2 eggs 


  • 2 tsp vanilla 


  • 2 tsp baking powder 




Instructions


  • Add ingredients to a bowl and mix until smooth.

  • Pour into a greased microwave-safe ramekin so it is about 2/3 full.

  • Microwave on high for 30 seconds.

  • Microwave again for 20 seconds.

  • Check the consistency.

  • If the edges feel firm, it is ready to serve. If it feels soft, microwave again in 15 second intervals as all microwaves are different.


Enjoy!


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