Sometimes life just calls for chocolate with a side of chocolate. If you're feeling that vibe, this curated list of extra-chocolatey recipes is just for you.
From dense, fudgy brownies, to luxurious chocolate ganache tarts, to crinkly dark chocolate cookies, this collection has a recipe to suit any chocolate craving.
Whatever recipe you choose, I hope you enjoy it. Life is more fun with chocolate!
1. Raspberry Truffle Brownie Bars

These raspberry brownies are intensely fudgy, almost like a good chocolate truffle. Bold raspberry flavor and jammy bits of fruit swirl throughout each delicious bite.
The best part of this sweet and satisfying recipe? It's ready in less than an hour. Just time to put your jammies on and pick the perfect rom-com to go with them!
Get the recipe here.
2. Salted Chocolate Caramel Brownies
In choosing this recipe, I'm definitely aware that salted caramel is one of those "love it or hate it" flavors. For those on team salted caramel, you're going to love this one!
It's got everything. Soft, dense chocolatey brownie forms the base layer, while sweet, playful caramel covers the top. Everything is beautifully topped with a perfect sprinkle of sea salt. Yes please!
Get the recipe here.
3. Caramel Stuffed Chocolate Cookies
If you’re looking for soft and chewy chocolate cookies, here's a recipe that checks all the boxes!
These caramel stuffed chocolate cookies feature a sweet caramel core that makes them each one a really special treat. Make more than you need, because after that first bite, your guests will be hooked!
Get the recipe here.
4. Chocolate Walnut Banana Bread
Featuring complementary flavors of banana, chocolate, walnuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this complex-yet-comforting banana bread is one you'll keep coming back to.
It's delicious, moist, and tender, with a nutty chocolate flavor and wonderful aroma. This is one of those recipes that you could choose to serve at breakfast, snack time, or for dessert, and it would be a hit every time.
Get the recipe here.
5. Dark Chocolate Ice Cream
This indulgently rich chocolate ice cream is deceptively easy to make at home. Thank goodness, because it's one so delicious it's worth making often!
No ice cream churn needed, this easy recipe calls for just four ingredients. Adore it on its own, or really get wild and add some fun mix-ins, like nuts, broken chocolate bits, or even chocolate covered coffee beans.
Get the recipe here.
6. Dark Chocolate Orange and Almond Bark
This classic dark chocolate bark offers a delightful and satisfying crackle with eat bite. Flavored with orange, and studded with sliced almonds, it's a giftable treat that everyone will enjoy.
Don't just tuck this recipe away for the holidays. This is one of those "Christmas-type" recipes that's just too good to be relegated to a short season of the year. You could just as easily turn into into a festive Easter treat with the addition of a few pastel sprinkles on top!
Get the recipe here.
7. Chocolate Mousse Cake
Here's an easy chocolate mousse cake recipe that's so quick to make you could actually serve it with a weeknight dinner.
Topped with a rich and frothy chocolate mousse, it's exactly the type of cake everyone's hoping for, when they hear that chocolate cake is what's for dessert!
Get the recipe here.
8. Raspberry Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These Raspberry Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies offer the perfect ratio of soft, squishy cookie, to flavorful ganache filling. They're such a fun little cookie!
Perfect for any occasion, these are easy enough to make simply because you feel like something chocolate. Don't skip those little chocolate shavings, because they totally put this recipe over the top.
Get the recipe here.
9. Chocolate Pecan Pie
This deliciously gooey, fudgy Chocolate Pecan Pie has all the salty-sweetness of traditional pecan pie, but is made even better by the addition of chocolate! It such a perfect twist on the tradition pecan pie, I might never go back.
Also, it's easy to appreciate a pecan pie recipe that doesn't call for corn syrup, and dials back the sugar level so it's enjoyable, rather than overpowering. (Can I get an amen?)
You might not notice from the photo, but this recipe also sneaks a layer of chocolate chips in there, to give the crust a little extra magic.
Get the recipe here.
10. Chocolate Brownie Cookies
These are one of those chocolate cookie recipes you find yourself reaching for again and again. If this were written down on a recipe card, a la Grandma, you can bet this would be the one to end up dog eared and covered in chocolate spatters.
With a soft, fudgy texture, what really sets these cookies apart is that crinkly exterior. Sprinkled with a dusting of sea salt, they're gorgeous...but if you're not a chocolate with sea salt fan, it's super easy to just leave it off.
The best news? You can make these in just 30 minutes! And...go!
Get the recipe here.
11. Baked Chocolate Donuts
Here's another 30 minute recipe that's going to absolutely blow you away. Can you believe that's how long it takes to make these soft chocolate cake donuts?
Thanks to no rising time, and the fact that these are baked instead of fried, they're a super-quick and low-mess alternative to traditional fried donuts. That easy chocolate glaze finishes them off perfectly, so they end up looking like they belong in a bakery display case. We'll take them right on the kitchen table though, thank you!
Get the recipe here.
12. Chocolate Cheesecake
If you're looking for a delicious no-bake Chocolate Cheesecake recipe that's easy to make and doesn't require any baking, this is the recipe you've been dreaming of.
Especially on warm days, when you want a light dessert like this, the last thing you want is to turn on the oven. With a light and airy filling, this chocolate pie is decadently satisfying at the same time.
Get the recipe here.
13. Dark Chocolate Peppermint Crinkles
These soft and fudgy crinkle cookies are made extra-special by the addition of peppermint. Finished off with a drizzle of dark chocolate, and a sprinkling of crushed peppermint candy, these cookies are the perfect solution of what to do with that last box of candy canes left over from Christmas.
Perfect at any time of year, these are one of my favorite variations on the classic "chocolate crinkle cookie" theme.
Get the recipe here.
14. Chocolate Tart
According to the chef who created this tart, this recipe is "all about creating a dessert that feels like a celebration of chocolate itself." I would say he certainly succeeded!
Rich, velvety chocolate fills a buttery, crisp crust, for a memorable dessert that you're going to want to make again and again. Thankfully, this indulgent tart is really straightforward to make, and even a beginner can nail this one perfectly on the first try.
Get the recipe here.
15. Chocolate Cupcakes with Silky Chocolate Buttercream
These homemade Chocolate Cupcakes are everything a true chocolate lover hopes for in a cupcake. Moist and dark, without being too sweet, the chocolate buttercream has a silky, glossy texture.
Chocolate sprinkles and squares of chocolate are on point for decoration, but go ahead and make them your own. These are the perfect birthday cupcake recipe for anyone who just loves chocolate.
Get the recipe here.
16. Chocolate Banana Muffins
Much like that chocolate banana bread recipe, here's an unexpected flavor twist that just works. Dark chocolate and sweet bananas pair together to make a decadent little muffin that everyone is going to love.
Make these for breakfast, or surprise the kids with the best-ever afternoon snack. These are definitely one of those recipes where you just know it's worth doubling the batch!
Get the recipe here.
17. Tuxedo Cake
If you'll looking for a chocolate recipe that's also a real show stopper, look no further than this incredible tuxedo cake. Layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, and white chocolate mousse all work together for a truly delightful treat.
A delicious chocolate ganache tops the whole thing all off. This is definitely a memorable dessert, and one that every chocoholic will appreciate!
Get the recipe here.
18. Chocolate Ganache Tart {No Bake + GF Variations}
Here's another decadent, show stopping dessert that all your friends and family will adore. That dark chocolate tart shell is filled with rich chocolate ganache, and then topped with whatever add-ons you like.
A bonus with this recipe is that you can easily follow the substitutions to make this recipe gluten free and no-bake.
Get the recipe here.
19. Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake
Here's a Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake recipe, with a perfectly dense, velvety crumb. Exploding with rich, dark chocolate flavor, the addition of tangy sour cream keeps it melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Top it all off with that smooth and creamy chocolate ganache glaze. A dollop of homemade whipped cream would not be remiss, when you're serving this!
Get the recipe here.
20. Condensed Milk Brownies
These easy condensed milk brownies are made without eggs, and are so incredibly dense and fudgy. These are the breakup brownies we all needed in college.
Made with just a handful of ingredients, they're quick and easy to bake. Perfect for satisfying a weeknight chocolate craving!
Get the recipe here.
21. Chocolate Tres Leches Cake
Chocolate Tres Leches is a decadent chocolate version of the beloved Latin American cake dessert. Chocolate lovers are going to adore this one.
Chocolate sponge cake forms the basis of this version, and the whole thing takes a dip in a chocolaty malted milk bath before being smothered in light, airy chocolate whipped cream. This luscious dessert is a perfect choice to be the start of the dessert table at your next fiesta!
Get the recipe here.
5-Ingredient Summer Desserts That Are Unbelievably Easy
Summer is such a fun time to gather with friends for a special meal, but when the weather is hot, who wants to slave away in the kitchen crafting a delicious dessert?
For those time when you're wanting to bring out a special treat, with minimal effort but maximum effect, these easy dessert recipes are ready to save the day.
Each of these recipes calls for just 5 ingredients (or less!), and they're all proven crowd-pleasers!
17 Gorgeous Summery Mocktails Even the Kids Can Love
There's nothing more fun than a special drink in the summertime, and being included in the cocktail fun means so much--not just to kids, but to anyone who might prefer to skip the alcohol.
If you're looking for inspiration for some gorgeous summery "mocktails" to enjoy with the family this summer, here are 17 beginner-friendly ones to get you started!
Anna Chesley
Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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