Dessert

Air Fryer Milo Lava Cake Recipe

ByNoah Steele December 25, 2025December 25, 2025

Introduction

This Air Fryer Milo Lava Cake is a quick and delightful treat for chocolate lovers. With a gooey, melted center and a rich Milo flavor, it’s perfect for an indulgent snack or dessert.

A round chocolate lava cake sits in the center of a white plate, about one layer thick, with a cracked edge revealing glossy, dark chocolate sauce flowing out onto the plate. The cake has a rich brown color with a smooth but slightly crumbly texture on top. Cocoa powder is lightly dusted over the entire surface of the cake and the surrounding plate, creating a soft, speckled effect on the white marbled surface. The warm, molten center contrasts with the solid exterior, giving the dessert a tempting and gooey look photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 tablespoons Nestle® Milo
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon water

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 3 minutes.
Step 2: In a bowl, stir together the Milo, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Step 3: Add the water, vegetable oil, and egg to the dry ingredients, then mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth.

Step 4: Grease a ramekin and line the bottom with parchment paper, then pour the batter inside.
Step 5: Bake the cake in the air fryer for about 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
Step 6: Let the cake cool for 1 minute, then carefully remove it from the ramekin and invert it onto a plate.

Step 7: Sprinkle extra Milo on top before serving. Enjoy your warm, gooey lava cake!

Tips & Variations

For extra gooeyness, slightly undercook the cake by reducing the baking time by a minute.
You can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.

Try serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast.
If you don’t have an air fryer, the cake can be baked in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12-15 minutes.

Storage

For best taste, enjoy the lava cake fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to restore warmth, but the lava center may firm up.

How to Serve

A single round chocolate lava cake is placed in the center of a white plate with a light dusting of cocoa powder around the edges. The cake has a cracked top layer revealing a glossy, rich, dark chocolate molten center oozing out onto the plate. The cake's outer layer is textured and dense with a deep brown color, while the flowing molten chocolate inside is smoother and darker. The plate sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chocolate instead of Milo?

Yes, you can substitute Milo with cocoa powder or chocolate chips, but the flavor will be slightly different. Adjust sugar levels as needed to balance bitterness.

What size ramekin should I use?

A standard 4-ounce (120 ml) ramekin works well for this recipe, ensuring the cake cooks evenly and maintains the gooey center.

Air Fryer Milo Lava Cake Recipe

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Author: Noah

Total Time: 13-15 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

This delicious Air Fryer Milo Lava Cake is a quick and easy dessert that features a rich, molten chocolate center made with Nestle Milo. Prepared effortlessly in an air fryer, this recipe delivers a warm, gooey treat with a crisp outer layer, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings in minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

4 tablespoons Nestle® Milo
3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar

Wet Ingredients

1 tablespoon Water
3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1 Egg

Instructions

Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it run for 3 minutes to ensure it’s at the right temperature.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of Nestle Milo, 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Stir well to blend all the dry ingredients evenly.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add 1 tablespoon of water, 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and 1 egg to the dry mixture. Mix everything thoroughly until you have a smooth batter with no lumps.

Prepare Ramekin: Grease a ramekin with a light coating of oil or butter and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with easy removal.
Transfer Batter: Pour the prepared batter into the greased and lined ramekin, spreading evenly.
Air Fry the Cake: Place the ramekin into the preheated air fryer. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the cake is set on the edges but still slightly molten in the center, giving it the signature lava effect.

Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool for 1 minute. Then carefully remove the cake by inverting the ramekin onto a plate. Sprinkle extra Milo on top for added chocolaty flavor and serve immediately to enjoy the warm, molten center.

Notes

Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and size; check for doneness around 8 minutes.
Greasing and lining the ramekin with parchment paper ensures easy removal of the cake without breaking.

Serve immediately after cooking for the best lava texture; the center sets as it cools.
You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
For a dairy-free version, replace the egg with a flaxseed or chia egg, but texture may slightly differ.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Category: Dessert

Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: International

Keywords: Air Fryer Milo Cake, Lava Cake Recipe, Easy Chocolate Dessert, Quick Air Fryer Dessert, Nestle Milo Recipe

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