Dark chocolate recipes

You know these squidgy chocolate cake squares with orange zest are going to be good!

Fill up your biscuit tin with these easy treats which take their name from the fork indent added before baking. Dip them in chocolate, if you like, for added indulgence

Indulge yourself with this ultimate chocolate ganache cake recipe that is beautifully moist, rich and fudgy. Perfect for a celebration or an afternoon tea

Bake this decadent dark chocolate and orange cake for a special occasion or afternoon tea treat. Top with a layer of rich ganache and candied orange peel

Try your hand at making these popular French breakfast pastries filled with chocolate. They're perfect served with a cup of coffee, or as a mid-morning treat

Create a mouthwatering chocolate truffle torte - and there's no cooking necessary!

Indulge in these deliciously rich and fudgy choc and mint cookies. The recipe makes quite a loose batter, but it will firm up and set in the oven

Fancy a baking project? This stunning twisted loaf with layers of dark chocolate and almonds is a good one to try when you've got a little extra time

Pair chocolate and zesty marmalade with panettone or challah for an indulgent Boxing Day brunch, or an easy dessert. Top with yogurt, orange slices and syrup to serve

Try our take on this classic dessert from the States – it's ideal for making ahead, topped with sesame brittle for a stunning centrepiece pud

This cake is mixed and made in a saucepan
– how easy is that! It’s best eaten on the
same day, or within two

Indulge in a cake with a lovely crunchy topping that gives way to a soft, gooey middle. With its flourless sponge, it's ideal for guests who can’t eat gluten

Pair chocolate and chillies to release endorphins for the perfect happiness-inducing drink. Thick and luxurious, you could add a little rum, too

Sophisticated and intensely chocolatey with a hit of juicy raisins and crunchy biscuit pieces, serve this decadent chocolate fridge cake as a teatime treat

Fudgy dark chocolate sponge, the perfect party cake, afternoon-tea cake or any-excuse cake

Finish off a dinner party with this silky, rich chocolate mousse served with crunchy homemade almond biscuits. Good-quality olive oil is the secret to the mousse's texture

Combine the flavour of tahini, sesame seeds, banana and chocolate in this easy recipe. It’s also quick to whip up for when a sweet craving hits

Love banana bread? You’ll love this butternut bread, which is really more of a cake. The squash provides sweetness while keeping the texture dense and squidgy

This impressive looking dessert is a chocolate lover's dream and no one will guess it uses just four ingredients

These classic afternoon tea nibbles are given a fruity twist and smothered in chocolate for an extra special spread

Try a twist on bara brith – the classic Welsh teacake – made with chocolate, orange and ginger. It's perfect for celebrating St David’s Day

Add coconut to flapjacks for a twist on this sweet treat. Inspired by Bounty chocolate bars, they look as good as they taste with a rich, marbled finish

Take the classic snack of jaffa cakes to another level by making a homemade version with marmalade-spiked orange jelly and rich dark chocolate

This cake takes the Austrian sachertorte to new heights. The raspberry filling adds a bright fruitiness that makes it seem far less rich than it really is. Serve in small slices