1. Chocolate cupcake with chocolate buttercream icing

Photo, Erik Putz.
2. Chocolate mousse

Photo, Erik Putz.
3. Chocolate-almond cretzels

Photo, Erik Putz.
These decadent sweet hearts are the love child of crossiants and pretzels — and are so easy to prepare! (We layered semi-sweet chocolate inside and drizzled milk chocolate on top, but any combo works.) Get our chocolate-almond cretzel recipe.
4. Salted caramel and chocolate tart

Photo, Erik Putz.
It will be love at first bite when you taste the rich chocolate ganache, gooey caramel, buttery crust and delicate sprinkling of pink salt that make up this sinfully good dessert. Get our salted caramel and chocolate tart recipe.
5. Homemade chocolate pudding

Photo, Erik Putz.
6. Double-chocolate brownie cookies

Photo, Erik Putz.
7. Velvety chocolate pie

Photo, Erik Putz.
This luscious pie can be made up to 24 hours ahead and the crust still maintains its shape and texture. Get our velvety chocolate pie recipe.
8. Easiest chocolate cake, ever

Photo, Erik Putz.
In homage to McCain’s Deep ‘n Delicious cake, we used a star tip for the frosting. But you can also slather it on and add sprinkles for an equally special treat. Get our easiest chocolate cake, ever, recipe.
9. Mocha biscuit cake

Photo, Erik Putz.
Short on time (or baking know-how)? This cake — rumoured to be a favourite of Prince William’s — is the perfect, eye-pleasing dessert. Get our mocha biscuit cake recipe.
10. Double-chocolate espresso cake

Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Decorting tip: A Lazy Susan doubles as a cake-decorating turntable! To ice, slip strips of parchment underneath cake edges. Hold a wide spackling knife against the side of the cake while turning to smooth down the icing. Start off with a thick coat of icing, then scrape more off as you smooth down the sides. Get our double-chocolate espresso cake recipe.
11. Chocolate ganache

Photo, John Cullen.
12. Skillet chocolate chip cookie
13. Mocha ice cream cake

Photo, Roberto Caruso.
It takes just five ingredients and 25 minutes to whip up this unforgettable no-bake ice cream cake. Laced with espresso and topped with candy-shop chocolates, it’s the ultimate treat! Get our mocha ice cream cake recipe.
14. Turtle fudge

Photo, Erik Putz.
This combination is simply irresistible. And using packaged caramels makes it incredibly easy. Get our turtle fudge recipe.
15. Chocolate-bourbon pecan pie

Photo, Sian Richards.
16. White chocolate tart with berries

Photo, Jean Longpre.
17. Chocolate-dipped figs

Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Once coated, these decadent chocolate-dipped fruits only take 20 minutes to chill. (So if you’re looking for a last-minute dessert, this is it!) Get our chocolate-dipped fig recipe.
18. Triple-chocolate cheesecake

Photo, Michael Graydon.
With layers of lusciousness, from the easy cookie crust to scrumptious chocolate curls, this cheesecake spells nirvana for the devoted chocoholic. Get our triple-chocolate cheesecake recipe.
19. Triple-chocolate brownies

Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Why use melted butter in this recipe? Since it has already released much of its water content, it makes the finished brownies soft and dense, as well as flavourful. Get our triple-chocolate brownie recipe.
20. Dark chocolate soufflés with cream

Photo, Angus Fergusson.
There’s no better time than winter to savour a darkly decadent dessert. Topped with whipped cream, these individual treats will put you on cloud nine. Get our dark chocolate soufflé with cream recipe.
21. Gluten-free chocolate fudge cake

Photo, Michael Alberstat.
22. Chocolate pâté

Photo, John Cullen.
For this recipe, a disposable tinfoil mini-loaf pan is the perfect size. Pâté can also be made in a pot on the stove; use medium heat. Get our chocolate paté recipe.
23. Chocolate mini cupcakes

Recipe from Quinoa Revolution.
24. Gluten free brownies

Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Dark and fudgy brownies are always a hit – plus, they can be made a bit ahead of time so you don’t have to rush around the kitchen after dinner. Get our gluten-free brownie recipe.
25. Guinness cake with cloud icing

Photo, Roberto Caruso.