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Air fryer molten lava cake: time & temperature
8–11 min
at 370°F (188°C) in the air fryer · No shake.
Individual lava cakes set outside with a gooey centre.
Air fryer settings for molten lava cake
| Air fryer temperature | 370°F / 188°C |
| Cook time | 8–11 minutes |
| Shake / flip | No shake. |
| From frozen | No. |
| Conventional oven | 400°F (204°C), about 14 min |
| Serving guide | 1 cake per person. |
🌡️ Oven → air fryer converter
Rule of thumb: air fryer = oven temperature minus 25°F and about 20% less time. Pre-filled with the oven equivalent for molten lava cake.
💡 Time it precisely — a minute too long loses the molten middle.
Frequently asked questions
- How long do you air fry molten lava cake?
- Air fry molten lava cake for 8–11 minutes at 370°F (188°C). No shake.
- What temperature do you set the air fryer for molten lava cake?
- Set the air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for molten lava cake.
- Can you cook molten lava cake from frozen in the air fryer?
- No.