Protein Lava Cake
A quick, protein‑rich lava cake that’s both indulgent and healthy. The creamy yogurt base pairs with rich dark chocolate and a hint of coffee for a deep chocolate flavor, while the pinch of salt balances the sweetness. Perfect for a post‑workout snack or a low‑calorie dessert that feels like a treat.
Maker: Ana García
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17 min estimated total time for 1 servings.
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Ingredients
- 7 1/10 oz plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 4/5 oz dark chocolate
- a pinch salt
- a pinch coffee powder
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 356°F (350°F).
- 2Grease a small baking tin and dust it with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- 3In a bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
- 4Add the cocoa powder, melted chocolate, salt, and coffee powder to the yogurt and mix until fully combined.
- 5Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
- 6Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly gooey.
- 7Let the cake rest for 5–8 minutes in a cooler place so the lava center sets without fully melting.
- 8Serve the cake warm, dusted with cocoa powder.
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- How long does it take to make Protein Lava Cake?
- About 17 minutes in total: 5 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Protein Lava Cake recipe make?
- This recipe makes 1 serving as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Protein Lava Cake recipe come from?
- It was shared by Ana García on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.