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.
