chocolate Recipes
26 delicious chocolate recipes from around the world
Chokladbollar (Swedish Chocolate Balls)
Chokladbollar are a beloved no-bake Swedish treat, perfect for 'fika' (coffee break). These simple, rich chocolate balls are quick to make and incredibly satisfying.
Churros con Chocolate
Authentic Spanish fried dough pastry, ridged and crispy, served with a thick, rich hot chocolate dipping sauce. A classic Madrid breakfast or treat.
Éclair au Chocolat
An iconic French patisserie classic: crisp, elongated choux pastry shells filled with rich vanilla pastry cream and enrobed in a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful afternoon treat.
Kartoshka (Russian Chocolate Potato Candies)
A beloved no-bake Russian sweet treat resembling small potatoes, made from crushed cookies, butter, cocoa, condensed milk, and nuts. It's a fun, easy dessert that kids often help prepare.
Mousse au Chocolat
An ethereal, rich, and intensely chocolatey French dessert. This classic Mousse au Chocolat is a testament to the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients.
Opéra Cake
A classic French Opéra cake, featuring delicate almond sponge (Joconde) layered with rich coffee buttercream, a smooth chocolate ganache, and a coffee-soaked syrup, all enrobed in a glossy chocolate glaze. This sophisticated dessert is a true test of patisserie skill.
Poires Belle-Hélène
A classic French dessert featuring pears poached in a fragrant vanilla syrup, served with rich chocolate sauce and creamy vanilla ice cream. This elegant dish was famously created by Auguste Escoffier.
Sachertorte
Vienna's iconic Sachertorte is a dense, rich chocolate sponge cake layered with smooth apricot jam and enrobed in a glossy dark chocolate glaze. A true taste of Viennese elegance, famously perfected by Hotel Sacher.
Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Gateau)
A classic and iconic German dessert, Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, or Black Forest Gateau, features layers of rich chocolate sponge cake, soaked in Kirsch (cherry liqueur), filled with whipped cream and tart cherries, and adorned with chocolate shavings. A true indulgence.
Torta Caprese
An authentic Torta Caprese, a rich, dense, and fudgy flourless chocolate cake from the island of Capri, made with dark chocolate and almond flour. It's naturally gluten-free and incredibly decadent.
Brigadeiro
Brigadeiros are iconic Brazilian chocolate truffles, a beloved treat made from condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter, rolled into balls and coated in chocolate sprinkles. They are a staple at Brazilian birthday parties and celebrations.
Champurrado
A warm, comforting, and deeply traditional Mexican beverage, Champurrado is a thick, chocolate-infused masa drink. It's a delightful blend of sweet, spiced, and earthy flavors, perfect for chilly mornings or alongside savory dishes like tamales.
Chocolate Santafereño
A rich and traditional Colombian hot chocolate, often enjoyed for breakfast, characterized by its thick texture and the unique addition of salty cheese. This recipe enhances the classic preparation for a truly authentic experience.
Chocotorta
An iconic no-bake Argentine chocolate cookie cake layered with a creamy dulce de leche and cream cheese mixture. Perfect for birthdays and celebrations.
Churros
Crispy, ridged fried dough sticks, generously coated in a warm cinnamon-sugar mixture. Traditionally served with a rich, spiced Mexican chocolate for dipping, these churros are a delightful sweet treat.
Marquesa de Chocolate
A classic Venezuelan no-bake chocolate dessert, featuring layers of chocolate-dipped cookies and a rich chocolate cream. Perfect for making ahead.
Mole Poblano
Mexico's most iconic and complex sauce, Mole Poblano, is a rich, dark, and deeply flavorful concoction featuring over 20 ingredients including a variety of chilies, spices, nuts, seeds, and a touch of chocolate. Traditionally served over turkey or chicken, it's a labor of love that results in an unforgettable culinary experience.
Pavê
A classic Brazilian layered dessert featuring soft biscuits soaked in milk and layered with a rich, creamy chocolate sauce. Known for its delightful texture and decadent flavor, it's a perfect treat for any occasion. The name playfully references a Brazilian dad joke: 'Pa-vê ou pa-comê?' (Do you look at it or do you eat it?).
Pavê de Chocolate
A classic Brazilian layered dessert featuring delicate cookies soaked in milk and layered with a rich, velvety chocolate cream. This crowd-pleasing treat is a staple at any Brazilian celebration.
Amarula Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in these rich and creamy South African Amarula Chocolate Truffles, a decadent treat with a delightful boozy kick.
Chocolate Crackles
A classic no-bake Australian treat made with puffed rice cereal, coconut oil, cocoa, and sugar. These are a beloved, simple confection perfect for children's parties and school fetes.
Chocolate Honeycomb
A delightful homemade version of the classic Australian Violet Crumble, featuring crunchy, airy honeycomb coated in rich dark chocolate.
Lamington
The Lamington is a beloved Australian cake, consisting of cubes of sponge cake dipped in a chocolate icing and then coated in desiccated coconut. Often served as a national treat, it can be enjoyed plain or filled with cream and jam.
Lamington Sponge Fingers
Delicate, finger-sized lamingtons, perfect for afternoon tea or a sweet treat. These feature a light sponge cake, dipped in rich chocolate icing, and coated in desiccated coconut. A touch of jam can be added for an extra layer of indulgence.