What is a red velvet lava dump cake recipe?

A red velvet lava dump cake recipe is a quick and easy dessert where red velvet cake mix, butter, and sweetened condensed milk are “dumped” together and baked, creating a moist cake with a gooey, molten center. Adding cream cheese filling transforms it into a red velvet lava cake with cream cheese filling that’s indulgent and rich.

Can I make red velvet lava dump cake with cake mix?

Yes! Using a boxed mix makes this red velvet lava dump cake with cake mix simple and foolproof while still delivering the gooey, molten texture and classic red velvet flavor.

How is this similar to a red velvet lava cake Dominos serves?

This recipe mimics the decadent molten center and rich red velvet flavor of a red velvet lava cake Dominos favorite. Adding cream cheese or chocolate enhances the lava effect for an indulgent dessert experience.

Can I make red velvet lava cupcakes from this recipe?

Absolutely. Simply divide the batter into muffin tins to create individual red velvet lava cupcakes. Each mini cake maintains the molten center, making it a perfect red velvet lava cake recipe for parties or portion control.

Red Velvet Lava Dump Cake Recipe – Gooey & Easy Dessert 2025

Name: Red Velvet Lava Dump Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8-10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box red velvet cake mix (or homemade equivalent); 1 cup water; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 3 large eggs; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz); 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 cup red velvet or chocolate cake crumbs (optional for extra texture); Whipped cream or frosting (optional); Red velvet crumbs or chocolate drizzle (optional)

Description

A decadent red velvet cake with a molten, gooey center that “lava dumps” out when cut. Perfect for celebrations or indulgent desserts, this cake features a rich red velvet flavor with optional cream cheese filling, giving every bite a soft, creamy surprise. Easy to make using boxed cake mix or from scratch.

Ingredients

Scale

🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13-inch pan):

For the Cake Layer:

1 box red velvet cake mix (or homemade equivalent)
1 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs

For the Lava Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
½ cup butter, melted
1 cup red velvet or chocolate cake crumbs (optional for extra texture)

Optional Garnishes:

Whipped cream or frosting
Red velvet crumbs or chocolate drizzle

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare Cake Layer
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
Mix the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs according to package instructions. Pour half of the batter into the pan.

Step 2: Add Cream Cheese Lava Filling
In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls evenly over the cake batter.

Step 3: Add Remaining Batter & Topping
Spread the remaining cake batter gently over the cream cheese layer. Pour melted butter and sweetened condensed milk evenly on top. Sprinkle cake crumbs if using.

Step 4: Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the edges are set but the center is gooey. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing to reveal lava effect.

Step 5: Serve & Decorate
Top with whipped cream, extra red velvet crumbs, or a drizzle of chocolate. Serve warm for the best molten lava effect.

Notes

Molten Center: Do not overbake; center should remain gooey.
Mini Version: Use muffin tins for Red Velvet Lava Cupcakes.
Make Ahead: Bake and cool; reheat slightly before serving for lava effect.
Variations: Add chocolate chips or swirl Nutella for extra richness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Category: Dessert / Celebration Cake
Method: Baked / Dump Cake
Cuisine: American