50 Shades of Chocolate! {Recipe Round-up}

Welcome to 50 Shades of Chocolate!! Love chocolate? You’re in the right place. These chocolate recipes cover everything from quick treats to rich desserts. Brownies, cookies, cakes—you name it. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Easy directions, great results. No fluff, just what you need to make chocolate shine. Let’s get started with your favorites.

Welcome to 50 Shades of Chocolate

If you’re looking for chocolate recipes that are simple, rich, and worth making again and again, you’re in the right spot. Chocolate has a way of making everything feel a little more special, and these recipes are ones we keep coming back to. They’re great for busy nights, holidays, or any time you need something sweet without overcomplicating things.

What we like most about these chocolate recipes is how flexible they are. You can make a pan of brownies for a last-minute get-together or whip up a batch of cookies to keep on hand for the week. There’s something about the way chocolate works with basic ingredients that makes it hard to mess up. A few small changes—like adding coffee to enhance flavor or using dark chocolate chips instead of milk—can make a big difference without adding time.

Here’s a personal tip

Always keep some cocoa powder, baking chocolate, and chocolate chips in your pantry. That way, you’re never far from a quick dessert when the craving hits or guests show up unexpectedly. It also helps to use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.

People often ask how to avoid dry chocolate cake or why cookies sometimes turn out too crisp. The key is in timing. Don’t overbake. Trust the recipe and check early. Even a couple of minutes too long can change the result. Also, use good chocolate—flavor matters more than fancy technique.

Whether it’s a no-bake bar, a layered cake, or a rich pudding, these chocolate recipes are dependable and crowd-tested. Use the ones you love, adjust them to suit your taste, and don’t be afraid to experiment. With the right basics and a little practice, you’ll always have a go-to chocolate dessert ready to go.

I did a collection of my personal favorites, PMc’s Favorite Recipes, that I have made for years. I hope you’ll try them too!

Dark Chocolate Brulee from Call Me PMc

More Shades of Chocolate

Chocolate Chip Pound Cake by Call Me PMc

Zucchini Brownies from Joyful Healthy Eats

Cafe Mocha Cupcake from Cooking with Curls

Brownie Muffins from It Bakes Me Happy

 

Tiger Fudge from It Bakes Me Happy

from Call Me PMc, Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pancakes 

Chocolate Almond Macaroon Bars from It Bakes Me Happy

From Call Me PMc, Chocolate Gravy {It’s a Southern thing!}

Black Cocoa Cake with Peanut Butter Filling & Sour Cream Chocolate Frosting
from White Lights on Wednesday

Chocolate Avocado Mousse 

Triple Dark Chocolate Cookies from Simply Gloria

Chocolate Pudding Cupcakes from White Lights on Wednesday

 

  Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread from White Lights on Wednesday

Chocolate Covered Strawberries from  Call Me PMc

Death by Chocolate Poke Cake from Love Bakes Good Cakes

White Chocolate Custard Crepes from Simply Gloria

Chocolate Cobbler by yours truly, Call Me PMc

Bailey’s Kiss Cocktail Cake from Cooking with Curls

 

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches from Chocolate Chocolate & More Chocolate

 

Peanut Butter Chocolate Monkey Cake from Bird on a Cake

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This post was originally published on June 29, 2023. It was updated on June 4, 2025.