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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    Espresso Brownies

    Espresso brownies are your new go-to for a rich, indulgent treat. The espresso naturally amplifies the chocolate, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and bold flavor.

    Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownies

    This copycat recipe for Domino's cookie brownies delivers the fudgy, the gooey, the chocolaty and the chewy.


    Chocolaty Peanut Clusters

    30 reviews

    I turn to my slow cooker to prepare these convenient chocolate treats. Making candies couldn't be any easier! —Pam Posey,...


    Chocolate Bundt Cake

    This old-fashioned chocolate Bundt cake recipe is just like the one your grandma used to make. It's intensely rich, moist...


    Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

    Rich, moist and gluten-free, this decadent chocolate olive oil cake is incredibly easy to whip up for special occasions.

    Air-Fryer Brownies

    1 review

    As if we didn’t already love our air fryers enough for savory recipes, they can bake our favorite desserts, too!...


    Marokanky (Czech Christmas Cookies)

    These Czech Christmas cookies are crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The batter is prepared on the...

    Hot Chocolate Bombs

    Warm, cozy and delightfully sweet, these hot cocoa bombs are an easy treat for a cold winter's day.


    Chocolate Date Energy Balls

    2 reviews

    Eating just one of these healthy treats satisfies my sweet tooth without added refined sugar. My recipe is a spinoff...


    Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Chocolate Mole Soup

    2 reviews

    This recipe is perfect for those days when you’re craving something just a little bit different. It’s spicy, flavorful and...


    Cherry Fudge Truffle Coconut Cheesecake

    3 reviews

    Cherries and chocolate come together in this dazzling coconut cheesecake. It's a holiday showstopper! —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

    Dark Chocolate Ice Cream with Paprika & Agave

    Pair this rich and creamy ice cream with a cup of hot or iced coffee. It's mildly sweet with a...


    Pressure-Cooker Chicken Mole

    Chocolate with chicken? If you’re not familiar with mole, don’t be afraid of this versatile Mexican sauce. I love sharing...


    Raspberry Sacher Torte

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


    Chocolate & Cardamom Coconut Tart

    1 review

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


    Gingered Almond Truffle Tart

    3 reviews

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

    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...


    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....


    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...


    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...


    Buttery Ganache Cookie Cups

    1 review

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


    Chocolate-Filled Angel Food Cake

    1 review

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


    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...


    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...


    Chocolate Rum-Soaked Cherries

    3 reviews

    I adore chocolate-covered cherries. Who doesn’t? But there’s something extra special about making them in my own kitchen for my...

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    Ginger Pound Cake S’mores

    1 review

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


    Raspberry & Chocolate Shortbread Bars

    1 review

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


    Orange Chocolate Fondue

    3 reviews

    "Invite you family and friends to dip cubes of cake and pieces of fruit into this rich, luscious fondue for...


    Chocolate Truffle Cake

    55 reviews

    Love chocolate? Then this tender, luxurious layer cake is for you. With a ganache glaze and a fabulous bittersweet filling,...


    Irish Mint Brownies

    7 reviews

    I wanted something special to take to a church potluck, so I invented these layered treats. They are great for...


    Boston Cream Cupcakes

    27 reviews

    Boston cream cupcakes have been my favorite bakery treat since I was a child, so I put together this easy-to-make...