These simple and sometimes nutritious chocolate dessert recipes are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time of day.
I love chocolate and the darker, the better. In fact, I will always choose a chocolate brownie over a lemon square, a chocolate chip cookie over an oatmeal raisin, and a piece of chocolate cream pie over key lime. In case I’m not alone, I’ve gathered 20 of my favorite chocolate dessert recipes that are not only easy to make, but are relatively healthy. Whether you prefer baking or something you can set and forget, I’ve got something for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most popular dessert?
While plenty of surveys have likely been done, I feel you can’t go wrong with a fudgy brownie, chocolate chip cookies, or a classic chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream.
What is the healthiest dessert?
Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, so any dessert that uses dark chocolate makes it a bit healthier. Chia seed puddings, dishes that use yogurt, and treats with fresh fruit also make them healthier.
What is a good chocolate dessert?
Simple and classic, a chocolate fudge is delicious, rich, and satisfies with the tiniest bite.
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20 Chocolate Dessert Recipes
Chocolate Dipped Walnuts with Sea Salt
10 minutes
A quick, easy and healthy snack, you are going to love these walnut halves dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt.
Try: Chocolate Dipped Walnuts with Sea Salt Pin
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
10 minutes
This rich and creamy vegan chocolate mousse recipe is made with avocado and topped with whipped coconut cream.
Try: Vegan Chocolate Mousse Pin
Chocolate Tofu Pudding
1 hour 35 minutes
Silken tofu is one of my favorite secret weapons in this Chocolate Pudding
Try: Chocolate Tofu Pudding 
Chocolate Truffles with Sea Salt
3 hours 15 minutes
These chocolate truffles with sea salt are the perfect balance of sweet with a hint of savory, using coffee to naturally enhance the chocolate flavor.
Try: Chocolate Truffles with Sea Salt Pin
Frozen Hot Chocolate
5 minutes
A healthy version of the drink my Frozen Hot Chocolate is made without any store-bought hot cocoa mix and is completely guilt-free!
Try: Frozen Hot Chocolate 
Buckwheat Double Dark Chocolate Brownie Cookies
36 minutes
These buckwheat double dark chocolate brownie cookies are rich, decadent, and sure to satiate even the most severe chocolate craving!
Try: Buckwheat Double Dark Chocolate Brownie Cookies Pin
Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn
10 minutes
Dark chocolate and natural peanut butter are melted then drizzled over freshly popped popcorn to create this fun and easy snack or dessert recipe!
Try: Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn Pin
Frozen Chocolate Covered Banana Bites
10 minutes
Banana slices are dipped in melted dark chocolate then sprinkled with sea salt before being frozen until firm. An easy, kid-friendly dessert recipe.
Try: Frozen Chocolate Covered Banana Bites Pin
Vegan Chocolate Espresso Mousse
20 minutes
Cool, creamy, and full of rich chocolate flavor, you won’t miss the added fat and calories in this lightened up vegan chocolate mousse recipe.
Try: Vegan Chocolate Espresso Mousse Pin
Chocolate Dipped Clementines with Sea Salt
30 minutes
Oranges dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt is a simple yet full of flavor. Naturally gluten free and vegan-friendly.
Try: Chocolate Dipped Clementines with Sea Salt 
5 Ingredient Chocolate Brownie Energy Bites
10 minutes
These naturally sweetened energy bites taste like a chocolate walnut brownie but are 100% gluten free, vegan and protein-packed.
Try: 5 Ingredient Chocolate Brownie Energy Bites Pin
Dark Chocolate Bark With Sea Salt and Cherries
1 hour 26 minutes
A quick and easy chocolate dessert recipe, dark chocolate is melted then sprinkled with chopped walnuts, dried cherries and sea salt.
Try: Dark Chocolate Bark With Sea Salt and Cherries Pin
Chocolate Magic Shell
6 minutes
Made with just two simple ingredients, you won’t believe how easy it is to make homemade chocolate magic shell!
Try: Chocolate Magic Shell Pin
Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa
15 minutes
Dark chocolate hot cocoa gets a little kick from cayenne and cinnamon to create this rich and creamy drink with a healthy dose of antioxidants.
Try: Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Pin
Flourless Chocolate Walnut Cookies
27 minutes
These chewy and delicious flourless chocolate walnut cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten free and vegan.
Try: Flourless Chocolate Walnut Cookies Pin
Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding
10 minutes
This chocolate peanut butter chia seed pudding is a naturally vegan, high-protein breakfast or dessert recipe – ideal for prepping ahead!
Try: Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding Pin
Healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
1 hour 5 minutes
Made with yogurt this low fat and super moist version of chocolate chip zucchini bread is easy to make. A perfect way to use up your zucchini!
Try: Healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Pin
Chewy Chocolate Gluten Free Brownies
30 minutes
Coconut oil creates a chewy texture with a subtle coconut flavor that perfectly complements rich chocolate flavor.
Try: Chewy Chocolate Gluten Free Brownies 
Dark Chocolate Malt
5 minutes
A delicious twist on the ice cream classic, this thick and creamy Dark Chocolate Malt is scented with cinnamon, nutmeg and cayenne.
Try: Dark Chocolate Malt Pin
Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
35 minutes
America’s favorite cookie gets a much-needed makeover (and a bit of a face-lift) with this healthy, whole wheat recipe.
Try: Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars 
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