Vegan Chocolate Lava Cake

ByHannah Peterson

This Vegan Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, decadent dessert with a soft cake exterior and a warm, gooey chocolate center. Completely dairy-free and egg-free, it’s perfect for chocolate lovers who want a luxurious plant-based treat.

The glossy chocolate ganache topping and fresh strawberries make it both elegant and irresistible.

🛒 Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup plant milk (almond, oat, or soy)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Lava Filling

  • ½ cup vegan dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp coconut cream

Chocolate Ganache (Optional)

  • ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup coconut cream

Toppings:

  • fresh strawberries
  • chocolate shavings

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a small cake pan or ramekins.

2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl combine:

  • flour
  • cocoa powder
  • sugar
  • baking powder
  • salt

3️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients

Stir in:

  • plant milk
  • oil
  • vanilla

Mix until smooth.

4️⃣ Add the Lava Center

Pour half the batter into the pan.

Place the chocolate chips mixed with coconut cream in the center.

Cover with the remaining batter.

5️⃣ Bake

Bake 18–22 minutes.

The outside should be set while the center stays soft.

6️⃣ Make Ganache

Heat coconut cream and pour over chocolate chips.
Stir until smooth.

Pour ganache over the cake.

7️⃣ Serve

Top with strawberries and chocolate curls.
Serve warm for the best lava effect.

🍽 Serving Ideas

Serve with:

🍓 fresh berries
🍨 vegan vanilla ice cream
☕ espresso or coffee
🥥 whipped coconut cream

💡 Helpful Tips

⭐ Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
⭐ Do not overbake or the lava center will firm up.
⭐ Bake in individual ramekins for restaurant-style lava cakes.
⭐ Best served warm immediately after baking.

This Vegan Chocolate Lava Cake is the ultimate plant-based dessert—rich, indulgent, and beautifully gooey in the center. Perfect for date nights, celebrations, or whenever you crave an unforgettable chocolate treat.

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