Bittersweet Chocolate Recipes

True chocolate lovers can’t resist the intensity of bittersweet chocolate bars. Our recipes with bittersweet chocolate include the best brownies and cookies.

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    Mille Crepe Cake

    3 Reviews

    Our showstopping mille crepe cake layers white chocolate buttercream, rich ganache and chocolate crepes. It takes some time to make, but it's worth it.

    Ginger Pound Cake S’mores

    1 Reviews

    Kids love this knockoff of the classic campfire dessert, and adults do too. It's easy to prepare, and any kind...


    Super Chunky Cookies

    30 Reviews

    Chocolate lovers will go crazy over these cookies that feature loads of chocolate! When friends ask me to make "those...


    Chocolate Espresso-Nut Torte

    3 Reviews

    I love chocolate and nuts, and they come together deliciously in this torte. Serve it with sweetened whipped cream or...


    Raspberry & Chocolate Shortbread Bars

    1 Reviews

    A very long time ago, when I was a child, I decided that chocolate and raspberries was a combination made...

    Chocolate-Filled Angel Food Cake

    1 Reviews

    This decadent angel food cake has a secret tunnel of Amaretto-and-chocolate-flavored whipped cream and a luscious chocolate glaze. It's sure...


    Buttery Ganache Cookie Cups

    2 Reviews

    Our family wanted to share our love of ganache-filled cupcakes, so we made them into cookies. Even better: we bake...


    Chocolate S’mores Tart

    3 Reviews

    I created this tart for my kids, who love having s'mores on the fire pit. It’s truly indulgent. We simply...


    Red Wine and Chocolate Cupcakes

    Red wine and chocolate make an amazing pairing, especially in these rich, elegant cupcakes I make each year for my...


    Honey-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

    My husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even...


    Mini Chocolate Cakes with Caramelized Bananas

    This was one of my first times spreading my wings with a recipe and trying to go a bit fancy....


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    Pizookie

    4 Reviews

    What's better than a chocolate chip cookie? How about a giant chocolate chip pizookie!


    Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake

    5 Reviews

    Our triple chocolate mousse cake is a treat that impresses without fuss. With a sweet cookie crust and layers of...

    Chocolate and Cherry Stromboli

    1 Reviews

    This melty, chocolaty spin on stromboli is delicious for both breakfast and dessert. Serve it with a cup of coffee,...


    Chicken Mole

    6 Reviews

    If you’re not familiar with chicken mole (pronounced mo-LAY), don’t be afraid of this versatile Mexican sauce. I love sharing...


    Chocolate-Covered Almond Butter Brickle

    1 Reviews

    I love a soft brittle because the texture is wonderful and different. The flavors in this one remind me of...


    Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses

    4 Reviews

    Eat these pretty treats as is or crush them into a bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Readers of my...


    Chocolate Ginger Cake

    Indulge in a dark, decadent cake that showcases the flavors of the holiday season. I stir fresh ginger into the...


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    Malted Chocolate & Stout Layer Cake

    8 Reviews

    If you want a dessert that will take the cake at a St. Patrick's Day celebration, look no further! The...


    Toffee Bar Brownie Torte

    2 Reviews

    Heads will turn when you serve this showstopping cake. The mild espresso frosting nicely complements the bittersweet brownie layers.—Megan Byers,...


    Chocolate Pecan Pie

    23 Reviews

    Inspired by Derby Pie and the beloved Thanksgiving classic, our chocolate pecan pie recipe is sweet, creamy, crunchy and buttery...


    Marble Cake

    11 Reviews

    In this striking marble cake, each layer is a swirl of chocolate and sour cream pound cake. The key is...

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake

    45 Reviews

    This no-bake peanut butter cheesecake features rich layers of peanut butter and chocolate in an Oreo cookie crust. It is...


    Gingered Almond Truffle Tart

    2 Reviews

    Fresh ginger complements the chocolate truffle filling in this elegant, almost sinful tart. Small servings are best! —Janice Elder, Charlotte,...


    Chocolate & Cardamom Coconut Tart

    1 Reviews

    This holiday-worthy tart with a cardamom-scented crust is my nod to our family’s Scandinavian heritage. The filling is rich in...


    Raspberry Sacher Torte

    It may look like this torte took hours to make, but it has a surprisingly short list of ingredients. A...


    Double Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake

    3 Reviews

    Every slice of this creamy cheesecake is a standout. The classic pairing of chocolate and coffee is sure to please...


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    Chocolate-Pecan Hedgehog Cookies

    4 Reviews

    Unlike the real woodland creatures, these chocolate-coated hedgehogs dwell on snack plates and cookie trays. The little guys are fun...