Decadent Desserts
38 Decadent Chocolate Recipes To Satisfy Your Cravings
It's time to indulge in the most decadent ingredient there is: chocolate. Satisfy all your chocolate cravings with these delicious recipes.
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It's time to indulge in the most decadent ingredient there is: chocolate. Satisfy all your chocolate cravings with these delicious recipes.
Crispy and chewy cookie fans will rejoice to learn a cast-iron skillet can deliver the best of both worlds. Spoon this warm treat straight out of the pan or cut it into wedges and serve with vanilla ice cream.
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A slightly warm cake will absorb the luxurious chocolate glaze, so ensure that it has cooled completely before glazing.
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A creamy, sweet and nutty filling takes these cakey chocolate cookies to a whole new level. Fun fact: The inspiration for them—German chocolate cake—is actually not German. They get their name from an American chocolate maker named Samuel German.
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You only need a small slice of this incredibly rich tart to gratify even the most intense chocolate craving. For the perfect crust, buy preground chocolate wafers, which are fine and evenly sized.
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These crispy ginger logs got their name because the thin chocolate coating on top makes them look like eclairs when they're lined up on a platter. Play around with other types of chocolate coating if you like – milk, dark and white chocolates are all delicious with the slightly spicy ginger.
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Perfectly rich and chocolatey, this cake makes a great dessert for dinner parties or date night.
These chocolate crepes are delicious on their own, but even better when filled with cherries, sweetened mascarpone and melted dark chocolate, or our other irresistible filling suggestions.
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For best results, use a regular, not nonstick, tube pan.
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Nothing says decadence like a light, airy chocolate mousse. The sweet, creamy flavour of the milk chocolate and the deep, rich taste of the dark chocolate give this mousse the best qualities of both.
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Chocolate-orange is a classic holiday flavour combination. The bright candied zest on top perfectly complements the chocolate chunks hidden within the cake.
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The triple threat of milk, dark and white chocolates makes these cupcakes utterly addictive. Right before serving, add the white chocolate discs straight from the fridge so that they don't soften.
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Always prep your ingredients before getting started on a recipe. Here, chop the white chocolate for the custard before you heat the milk; that way, you can stir in the chocolate immediately, while the custard mixture is still hot, ensuring that the chocolate melts smoothly.
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Decorate these classic chocolate thumbprint cookies with sprinkles, sugar or candies to suit your taste.
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A crunchy chocolate topping adds a whole new level of deliciousness to the winning combo of chocolate and peanut butter.
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Chunks of chocolate cake doused in hazelnut liqueur and layered with dollops of chocolate-hazelnut pastry cream make a spectacular dessert. Gold leaf, which adds a touch of elegance, can be found in many baking supply stores.
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The crunchy coating for these dark chocolate truffles is made from finely chopped chocolate-covered espresso beans. If you can't find them, roll the truffles in cocoa powder instead.
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This is a fantastic fudgy dessert for any occasion.
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Drizzle with melted dark chocolate or dust with cocoa powder.
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For those feeling the festive spirit, whip up this decadent chocolate tart.
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Drizzling melted chocolate over popcorn is an easy yet delicious treat that's great for gifting! The kids will love drizzling on the chocolate and packaging up the clusters to give to loved ones.
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A few specks of gourmet salt on top of velvety, creamy chocolate elevates simple sugar cookies to delicious works of art. If you like a more substantial treat, simply sandwich the chocolate between two cookies.
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Gently whisking the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture—known as tempering—will result in a smooth custard and not a curdled mess.
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Are you a banana cream pie aficionado? If you are, try this updated version featuring a surprise semisweet chocolate layer, chocolate-hazelnut custard filling and bourbon whipped cream.
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Don't worry if a few crêpes aren't perfectly round; just layer the less attractive ones in the centre of the cake and no one will be the wiser. A bar zester makes perfect, delicate strips of rind and comes in handy when preparing the orange zest topping.
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Cozy up with the most comforting winter drink there is! This decadent hot chocolate is elevated with vanilla.
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If the stomach is indeed the way to a loved one's heart, then this ultra-decadent chocolate cake is sure to seal the deal. Just as easy and versatile as a cake mix— but way more moist and delicious—it's a recipe you'll want to make again and again.
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Double the chocolate, double the deliciousness. This easy no-bake pie is worth indulging in second helpings (maybe more).
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The combination of dark chocolate and caramel make these tarts irresistible.
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A double dose of chocolate gives this cake its rich flavour. Greasing your pan with butter and then dusting with flour is a foolproof way to ensure your cake comes out easily.
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These to-die-for chocolates taste every bit as indulgent as their store-bought counterparts, but they're actually healthier thanks to the date filling.
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Let the glaze cool slightly before pouring it over top of the cake; it will give you the perfect consistency for achieving a pretty melted effect down the side of the Bundt.
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The decadent flavour of this honey-infused pecan pie filling is made even more addictive when topped with chunks of dark chocolate. We've added cocoa powder to the crust for a sinful double dose of chocolate.
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A rich chocolate dough and chocolate chunks in the cinnamon swirl turn this surprising twist on a classic into an even more irresistible treat.
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These sinfully rich chocolates simply melt in your mouth. Try our dark chocolate version or one of the variations. Truffles freeze beautifully, so make them well ahead for holiday parties and festive gifts.
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White chocolate chunks make these cookies extra special and irresistible.
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Shortbread, walnut, caramel and chocolate come together to make decadent squares that are impossible to resist.
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Chewy toasted coconut plays off creamy, coconut-scented white chocolate in these decadent truffles from our Holiday Best 2002 special issue. Resembling tiny snowballs, they add a pretty contrast to a plate of dark chocolate truffles.
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Tempering chocolate takes time, patience and a candy thermometer, but it gives beautiful results. The chocolates become smooth and shiny, and yield with a satisfying snap when you bite into them. Use the best quality chocolate you can find for these indulgent treats, and your favourite liqueur for the ganache centres. Frangelico, Kahlúa, Tia Maria and amaretto are good options.
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