Baking Chocolate Recipes

Our recipes with baking chocolate include decadent desserts that showcase the ultra-chocolatey and intense unsweetened chocolate at its best.

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    Ultimate Oreo Caramel Apples

    My kids like to give Halloween goodies to the neighborhood trick-or-treaters. These cookie-caramel apples were door prizes for a few...


    Caramel Bars

    A cross between a cookie and a candy bar, our decadent salted caramel bars with chocolate are a grown-up version...


    Banana Split Brownies

    How’s this for a dish? All the joy of a banana split without the mess. Everything in this recipe fits...


    Vanilla White Chocolate Mousse

    I needed a quick dessert for my daughter's bridal shower, and a co-worker gave me this vanilla mousse recipe. It's...


    Pistachio Brownie Toffee Bars

    These coveted brownie bars are homey and chocolaty awesome. They've been a sought-after staple on Christmas cookie trays for years....


    Chocolate Gingerbread Yule Log

    If you’ve tasted a yule log sponge cake, you’ll love this version with fresh ginger and spices. The holiday stunner...


    Microwave Fudge

    Calling all chocoholics! We'll show you how to make microwave fudge in just five easy steps.


    Chocolate-Strawberry Pretzel Cookies

    Every year I come up with a new recipe, and this is one that's been requested over and over. Who...

    Hazelnut Cake Squares

    When one of my daughters is asked to bring a dish to a church function, a birthday party or any...


    Truffle-Filled Cupcakes

    All creatures of All Hallows' Eve are sure to delight in this treat with its unexpected surprise. You can use...


    Salted Cashew & Caramel Chews

    Nothing says "welcome home" like warm, gooey, chewy cookies right out of the oven with a cold glass of milk—mmm,...


    S’mores Cheesecake

    This sweet and decadent cheesecake features graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows. Enjoy! —Kurt Anderson, Willmar, Minnesota


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    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Monkey Bread

    Time to give rum cake a little competition! If this boozy take on monkey bread is too strong for your...


    Frozen Peanut Butter and Chocolate Terrine

    This terrine can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer. When served, it cuts easily, revealing the...


    Chocolate Marshmallow Peanut Butter Squares

    I combined a couple of recipes to create these crunchy, chocolaty bars that burst with peanut butter flavor, marshmallows and...


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    Pizookie

    What's better than a chocolate chip cookie? How about a giant chocolate chip pizookie!


    Marcie’s Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

    I’ve got a super moist muffin that’s a big hit at our house—tender inside and lightly crisp outside. I use...

    Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies

    A little bit sweet and a little bit spicy, this Mexican hot chocolate cookie recipe is every bit as cozy...


    Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Soft, chewy, irresistible—this is the only vegan chocolate chip cookie recipe you'll ever need.


    Chocolate Caramels

    When I was growing up, my mom made these delicious candies every Christmas. They were my favorite then and still...


    Triple-Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Sauce

    Chocolate lovers, brace yourselves. This cocoa creation and its saucy accompaniment make a heavenly combination. —Jenny Staniec, Oak Grove, Minnesota


    S’more Pops

    My daughters and I came up with this treat when planning a candy-making party. The pops also make adorable hostess...


    Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Pizzelle

    I've experimented with different varieties of pizzelle recipes, but this is definitely a favorite. My dad likes to help make...

    Chocolate Macaroon Bars

    Here's a nice Christmas treat that takes very little effort. The classic combination of chocolate and coconut is timeless.—Loraine Meyer,...


    Chocolate-Caramel Candy Bars

    Store-bought candy can’t compare to irresistible, chewy nougat topped with a thick layer of caramel and covered in chocolate. For...


    Grilled Waffle Treats

    I made these super sandwiches for family and friends for the first time on a Fourth of July. Everyone loved...


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    Cannoli Cake

    A luscious, chocolate-studded cannoli filling separates the tender layers of this rich cannoli cake, which (surprise!) starts with a packaged...


    Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cupcakes

    Cupcakes aren’t just for girls! My dad and brothers love peanut butter cups—the inspiration for these goodies. —Alisa Christensen, Rancho...


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    Butterscotch Toffee Cookies

    Decadent and so easy to make, these five-ingredient toffee chip cookies are your next go-to sweet treat.