February 2011 Flavor of the Month: Dark Chocolate

June 09, 2015
Every season has a flavor all its own, and this month is all about dark chocolate. Rich and decadent with a subtle bitter bite, dark chocolate is often paired with fruit, nuts, or sweeter types of chocolate. Here are 20 of our best dark chocoalte recipes for you to try.
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Bourbon-Chocolate Tipsy Cake

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Espresso deepens the chocolatey flavor of this rich bundt cake.

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Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce

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Buttermilk, cocoa powder, and bittersweet chocolate give this decadent ice cream topper incredible richness.

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Double-Deck Pot de Creme

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Layer dark and white chocolate custards for a creamy and elegant treat.

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Chocolate Ganache Souffles

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This six-ingredient dessert is simpler to make than it looks; a gooey chocolate-cream center makes it irresistible.

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Dark Chocolate Dipped Apples

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Dip apples into melted cinnamon-spiked chocolate and then roll in almonds and dried cranberries for a crunchy-sweet dessert.

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Dark Chocolate-Raspberry Cakes

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Chocolate mini cakes are filled with fresh raspberries and topped with an ultra-rich icing.

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Bittersweet Chocolate Biscotti

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This crisp chocolate-hazelnut cookie is dipped into rich melted chocolate.

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Bittersweet Cheesecake Torte

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Chocolate cheesecake is sandwiched between layers of brownie and topped with whipped chocolate ganache.

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Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie

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This gooey dessert recipe from Alan Carter has all the goodness of a classic pecan pie with the added bonus of bittersweet chocolate.

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Extreme Chocolate Pie

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For a luscious dessert, serve up wedges of this fluffy dark chocolate pie in a brownie crust.

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Triple Chocolate Cupcakes

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A buttery chocolate frosting is piped onto these bittersweet chocolate cupcakes for the ultimate chocolate treat.

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Dropped Chocolate Pie

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This upside-down pie is piled high with whipped cream; grated chocolate makes a pretty topper.

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Dark Chocolate Brownies

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Cinnamon adds a hint of spice to these ultrarich chocolate brownies.

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Double Dark Chocolate Cookies

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The ultimate cookie for chocolate lovers features large chunks of bittersweet chocolate tucked in a chewy mocha-flavored cookie.

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Fruit & Nut Chocolate Sticks

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Dark chocolate sticks are dipped in peanut butter and coated with dried fruit and nuts. For a crunchier treat, use pretzel sticks instead of the chocolate.

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Super-Duper Chocolate Kisses

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These chocolatey cookies start with refrigerated cookie dough and feature sprinkles and an irresistible chocolate kiss center. Each batch takes just eight minutes to bake.

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Chocolate-Ancho Crème Brulee

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Ancho chile pepper adds a delightful kick to this luscious chocolate creme brulee.

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Triple Chocolate Tiramisu

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With three times the chocolate, our recipe makes this traditional Italian dessert better than ever

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Bittersweet Chocolate Flan

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Dark chocolate, cinnamon, and pomegranate give this Spanish custard a surprising twist.

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Dark Chocolate Mini Muffins

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These muffins are made with applesauce, skim milk, and unsweetened cocoa for a guilt-free (but yummy) breakfast treat.

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