Dark Chocolate Desserts You'll Want to Devour

Dark chocolate and raspberries are a classic combination in dessert recipes, and for good reason: The bright, juicy berries balance the richness of dark chocolate. A topping of smooth chocolate truffle icing leaves you no choice but to indulge in this dark chocolate dessert.

The favorite pairing of chocolate and peanut butter really shines in this decadent cheesecake. With a crushed peanut butter sandwich cookie crust, a layer of dark chocolate and whipped cream, and then the cream cheese peanut butter filling, this dessert is a true crowd-pleaser. Decorate with more chocolate and mini peanut butter cups for this delicious dark chocolate dessert recipe.

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If you are looking for a low-sugar dark chocolate dessert, these dark chocolate Grand Marnier bites are sure to please. A piping bag will make these easiest to portion out. Top with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, orange zest, or unsweetened cocoa powder.

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Brownies are always a fan favorite and when topped with marshmallow fluff and sweet dulce de leche, the presentation becomes truly impressive. This dark chocolate dessert gets a delightfully crunchy finish with a sprinkling of toasted pecans. No need to feel guilty, there are so many health benefits to indulging in dark chocolate.

These fudge pops take a homemade twist on a nostalgic ice cream treat. Level up by dipping the chilly pops into melted dark chocolate and rolling them in chocolate cookies or chocolate chips in this easy dark chocolate dessert.

This dark chocolate twist on a classic Spanish flan only requires a handful of ingredients—sugar, milk, eggs, chocolates, and cinnamon. Don’t let that fool you though, it’s one of the more impressive dark chocolate dessert recipes we’ve seen, especially if you garnish with edible gold leaf on top.

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There's nothing not to love about this chocolate twist on a classic Italian dessert. This easy dark chocolate dessert recipe is made with cocoa-infused ricotta and chocolate cannoli shells. To save time, purchase premade cannoli shells.

Making gelato may be a project, but the end result is worth it especially for a chocolate lover. It’s not too complicated if you have a great ice cream maker on hand. Made with dark, milk, and white chocolate, this gelato can keep in the freezer for a special occasion or just a craving for a dark chocolate dessert.

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Fudge is such an easy dark chocolate dessert recipe that nobody can ever get enough of it. It’s also so easy to customize. Add walnuts and marshmallows to make it Rocky Road, add in instant espresso powder and vanilla for a mocha variety, or peanut butter for chocolate-peanut butter fudge.

You’ll impress guests with this dark chocolate dessert recipe that includes a surprise—a sweet coconut filling inside. You’ll need a 10 inch fluted tube pan to get the beautiful decorative appearance. Add a sprinkling of powdered sugar or top with frosting for an extra indulgent treat.

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The secret to these moist cupcakes is in the frosting, with a hint of crème de cacao in both the batter and the dark chocolate frosting. No chocolate lover will shy away from this incredible dark chocolate dessert.

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These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are an easy dark chocolate recipe to make, with the dark chocolate amped up with a little espresso or coffee liquor. These cookies are simple to freeze (and will last 3 months in the freezer), simply let them cool and layer them with wax paper in an airtight container. This way you’ll always have a great dark chocolate dessert on hand.

These chocolate rum petits fours are the perfect bite-sized treat, although we bet you can’t eat just one. Don’t like rum? Sub with Kahlua or coffee liqueur. The recipe makes 48 pastries so this is the perfect dark chocolate dessert for a crowd. A chocolate-covered coffee bean on top makes these even more delightful.

Brownies are always a delight especially with the addition of caramel and pecans. The caramel can be made a few weeks in advance. Try this dark chocolate dessert recipe for a sweet finish to your next dinner party.

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This easy dark chocolate dessert only takes 20 minutes to prep, but the result looks way more complicated. It’s hard to resist the combination of gooey caramel, crunchy toasted pecans, and of course, loads of dark chocolate in this sweet treat that certainly lives up to its name.

Sometimes the only dark chocolate dessert you need comes in the form of a classic brownie. A pinch of cinnamon enhances that delicious chocolate flavor. You’ll want to cool these in the pan on a wire rack before cutting and serving.

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A good chocolate cake is hard to resist, and this one especially so with its creamy chocolate sour cream frosting. We have a feeling this dark chocolate recipe may be requested for birthdays and other special occasions.

Toasted hazelnuts top these mousse-crowned cookies for a tasty combination of crunchy and smooth. The cookie base, rich with vanilla-laced dark chocolate, is delicious on its own.