Chocolate baking recipes

Squidgy and super moreish, these gorgeous foolproof fruity chocolate bakes will be snapped up in seconds

Bake a showstopping cake for Easter. This one is so easy and the kids can decorate it by filling the pretzel nest with their favourite chocolate eggs

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

Transform buttery chocolate chip cookie dough into a pie with a decadent triple chocolate filling. It's a crowd-pleasing treat for parties and special occasions

Bake an impressive dinner party dessert with minimum fuss – these chocolate puddings, also known as chocolate fondant or lava cake, have a lovely gooey centre

This intense chocolate orange sponge bake with thick sauce is about as indulgent as a good pudding gets

Conjure smiles from family and friends with easy chocolate fairy cakes – they have a lovely light sponge and buttery icing

You just can't beat a good chocolate cake, and this one is guaranteed to disappear as soon as you cut the first slice

Bake a batch of our irresistible all-American double chocolate chunk cookies to enjoy with your cuppa. These easy sweet treats are ideal for weekend baking

Take indulgent, fudgy chocolate brownies to the next level with a layer of salted caramel running through the centre of each bite.

Whip up a batch of simple chocolate cupcakes for a party, coffee morning or afternoon tea. Top with buttercream, or perhaps a cream cheese frosting

This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert

These sweet and sticky treats are best made a day in advance - perfect if you need to get ahead for a bake sale

A chocolate chip cookie and custard cream in one - super-simple and they'll keep in the biscuit tin for a fortnight

Need a quick chocolate fix? Try making this easy microwave mug cake with storecupboard ingredients. It's even more delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

A slice of this madeira-style cake is wonderful with a morning cup of tea or coffee

You've got all bases covered with white, milk and dark chocolate in these American-style cookies, best enjoyed warm with a cold glass of milk

This easy-to-make bake will keep somewhere cool in an airtight tin for up to two days

Treat yourself to these melt-in-the-mouth brownies – they're dense, gooey and flavourful, ideal for Easter or any time you fancy chocolate

John Whaite shares his recipe for a light, fruity layer cake with chocolate ganache and simple sponge

Deeply rich and decadent, this dairy and egg-free chocolate bake makes an indulgent vegan treat

Got a glut of Easter treats? Make these simple cookies using any Easter chocolate – just smash into small pieces or roughly chop

For a deliciously nostalgic cake, combine a classic flavour combination of orange and chocolate in this retro two-tone bake