low-carb, high-protein Carnivore Lava Cake recipe – perfect for those following a carnivore or keto-style diet. Yes, it’s made with animal-based ingredients only – no flour, no sugar, and still ooey-gooey delicious! 🍫🥩
🥩🍫 Carnivore Lava Cake
Rich, gooey, and sugar-free — a decadent treat for carnivore or keto lifestyles.
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 2 small cakes or 1 large)
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2 oz (about 55g) unsalted butter
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2 oz (about 55g) beef liver or chicken liver, finely chopped (optional for nutrients)
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2 oz (about 55g) cream cheese, softened
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2 egg yolks
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1 whole egg
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1 tbsp beef gelatin (optional – helps with structure)
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1–2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional, for ketovore version – skip for strict carnivore)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: A few drops of vanilla extract or espresso (for flavor if following ketovore)
👩🍳 Instructions:
✅ Step 1: Prep
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Preheat oven or air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Grease 2 ramekins or muffin molds with butter or beef tallow.
✅ Step 2: Melt the Butter
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In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
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Stir well to combine.
✅ Step 3: Blend
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In a blender or using an immersion blender, mix:
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Melted butter & cream cheese
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Egg yolks and whole egg
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Liver (if using)
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Gelatin
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Cocoa powder and salt (if using)
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Blend until very smooth and creamy.
✅ Step 4: Pour & Bake
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Pour batter into greased ramekins.
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Bake for 8–10 minutes for lava-style (gooey center), or 12–14 minutes for fully set centers.
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The edges should be firm, the center slightly jiggly.
✅ Step 5: Serve
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Let cool 1–2 minutes.
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Carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto a plate.
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Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream (carnivore-approved) or just as is!
⏱️ Time Guide:
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Prep Time: 5–7 minutes
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Cook Time: 8–12 minutes
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Total Time: ~15–20 minutes
✅ Tips:
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Skip liver if you prefer a pure fat-protein version — it’s just for added nutrients.
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Use silicone muffin cups for easy release.
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Store leftovers in the fridge; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.