70 chocolate recipes that are guaranteed to knock your socks off
From chocolate cake and desserts to chocolate pots, tarts and more; our favourite chocolate recipes
Chocolate is the star of many desserts. And why not? It can make the speediest of puddings from a three-minute microwave mug cake to an easy pear and chocolate pudding where the ingredients just need to be combined before baking.
Or it can be used to create something more special such as a chocolate babka or a show-stopping cake like a chocolate charlotte russe.
Whatever you decide to make with it, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser every time đ«
Chocolate custard tart recipe
This delicious chocolate tart has a French-inspired flan filling that has just the right wobble and perfect for custard lovers.
Recipe: Chocolate custard tart recipe
Chocolate frosted cupcakes recipe
Great for a party or an easy weekend baking project.
Limoncello and white chocolate bundt cake recipe
This limoncello and white chocolate bundt cake is fantastic for delivering instant wow factor.
Glazed chocolate mousse tart recipe
This glazed chocolate tart recipe is as simple as it gets. A decadent dessert.
Marmalade and white chocolate loaf cake recipe
Every time I make this cake people beg me for the recipe. And you wonât believe how easy it is!
Chocolate peanut butter and jam cake recipe
A beloved sandwich in chocolate cake form! Weâve taken this chocolate cake to the next level by topping it with peanut praline crumble and raspberries.
Flourless hazelnut chocolate cake recipe
This grown-up flourless chocolate cake uses hazelnuts (rather than the usual almonds) for a luxurious and decadent dessert. Use milk chocolate for a sweeter flavour, if you prefer.
Chocolate sesame halva recipe
Itâs important your tahini is at room temperature for this recipe, so if you store yours in the fridge, remember to take it out at least 1hr before you start.
Recipe: Chocolate sesame halva recipe
3 ingredient chocolate caramel tart recipe
Donât be concerned if your Mars bars take a while to melt, their gooey caramel and nougat filling is the secret to this decedent tart.
Cherry and white chocolate pavlova recipe
This pavlova may look impressive, but it's actually really relatively easy to assemble.
Chocolate brownie trifle recipe
Our decadent chocolate trifle is perfect for all the family. But if youâd like to make it boozy, then soak the base brownie layer in coffee liqueur.
Recipe: Chocolate brownie trifle recipe
Cherry, white chocolate and pistachio crumble recipe
Pistachio and white chocolate is a classic combination; when paired with tart cranberries, youâre in for a treat!
Recipe: Cherry, white chocolate and pistachio crumble recipe
Viral matcha cookie recipe
Sweet white chocolate balances the earthy matcha.
Recipe: Viral matcha cookie recipe
Fudgy whipped caramel chocolate cake recipe
The whipped caramel ganache icing takes it to the next level.
Vegan chocolate courgette cake recipe
Youâd never know this cake contains courgettes â they canât be seen at all when baked, but their presence helps add moisture and binds the cake (in place of egg).
Chocolate and whisky self-saucing pudding recipe
As if by magic, a sauce appears on scooping into this light sponge. If youâre not a fan of whisky, or if youâre cooking for children, replace the alcohol with whole milk.
Pain au chocolat bread and butter pudding recipe
If you are in the mood for a decadent easy pudding â look no further! You can also swap the pain au chocolate for brioche or plain croissants.
Double decker rocky road recipe
Kids and adults will love this fun twist on classic rocky road. Swap the biscuit balls and Mini Eggs for any Easter treats you have left over.
Recipe: Double Decker Rocky Road
Chocolate doughnuts with caramelised white chocolate custard recipe
Use a white chocolate with at least 30% cocoa butter content to stop it drying out in the oven. If you donât have time to make the caramelised chocolate, simply stir through melted and cooled white chocolate instead.
Recipe: Chocolate Doughnuts with Caramelised White Chocolate Custard
White chocolate and hazelnut cake recipe
This sweet showstopper is sure to wow. You can make the buttercream a day ahead, cover and chill in the fridge. Bring up to room temperature and beat well before decorating.
The GH Kitchen Team are Good Housekeepingâs resident recipe developers and all-round food obsessives. GH Kitchen Director Sarah Akhurst is our resident hosting pro and loves nothing more than putting on a foodie feast for friends. Our GH Kitchen Manager Linzi Pucino is our very own Italian food expert (originally hailing from the North East of Scotland!) and can be found working her way through midweek recipes that cover all bases, from haggis to ragu! Our Kitchen Editor â Nadine Brown loves digging into the stories behind her favourite foods and enjoys applying her eclectic tastes to more modern, flavour-forward recipes - just don't give her too much chilli! Our Junior Food Content Produce â Frankie Prichard combines a love of beautiful presentation and flavour-led, seasonal cooking in her recipe development, along with a passion for bringing people together through food. With a wealth of professional kitchen experience between them, theyâre dedicated to ensuring every Good Housekeeping recipe is the best it can be, so you can trust theyâll work every single timeÂ
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