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Decadent red velvet crockpot lava cake served with a chocolate drizzle

Red Velvet Crockpot Lava Cake

A slow-cooked dessert featuring a molten chocolate-tinged center and a tangy cream cheese glaze, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cake

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust for lower sugar options.
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with plant-based milk.
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar

For the cream cheese glaze

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Substitute with vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Adjust for lower sugar options.
  • 2 tbsp milk Use plant-based milk for dairy-free version.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Grease the inside of the crockpot thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar until smooth and vibrant red.
  • Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the greased crockpot and smooth the top with a spatula.

Cooking

  • Cover and cook on low heat for about 2 hours. Start checking at 1 hour 45 minutes by inserting a toothpick near the edges.
  • While the cake cooks, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract and whisk until silky and pourable.
  • Once the cake is done, carefully uncover and spoon the cream cheese glaze generously over the top.
  • Serve immediately for best lava effect.

Notes

For best results, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze portions for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve the lava texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
Keyword Cream Cheese Glaze, Crockpot Cake, Lava Cake, Red Velvet Cake, Slow Cooker Dessert
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