Chocolate cake recipes

This rich, dark sponge is filled and coated with a thick chocolate custard, then finished with crumbled cake - best eaten chilled

This malted drip cake is smothered in cream cheese icing and drizzled with a dark chocolate ganache – a stunning multi-layered centrepiece for a big occasion

Give chocolate cake a zesty lift with lime buttercream filling, chocolate and lime icing and candied zest to decorate – an irresistible flavour pairing

You'd never guess that this rich-tasting, light-textured sponge is lower in fat, calories and sugar thanks to ground almonds and yogurt

This deliciously delicate chocolate layer cake is a truly showstopping bake. Stack up chocolate sponge, chocolate glaze and crunchy walnuts

Give coffee cake the ultimate upgrade - layer with chocolate hazelnut frosting, add a creamy topping and sprinkle with crushed nuts

Dark, rich and delicious - the perfect dessert

The warmth of coffee and chilli combine beautifully with chocolate in this impressive dinner party dessert, finish with double cream

This towering cake has layers of chocolate sponge, meringue and chestnut cream - a stunning centrepiece for a festive dinner party

A light, but luscious cake made with hazelnuts - serve a slice for dessert with a dollop of crème fraîche

Try something different with Sarah Cook's Pistachio & milk chocolate squares - you won't be able to stop at just one piece!

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

For big celebrations this cake is a must. Four layers of moist sponge, lashings of chocolate ganache and a crunchy, malty decoration

Bake your chocolate dipped cherry cake and eat it

This indulgent cake is perfect for tea in the garden

A stunning cake that will fast become a failsafe option for any event

Fudgy dark chocolate sponge, the perfect party cake, afternoon-tea cake or any-excuse cake

Prunes, Marsala and dark chocolate – a marriage made in heaven. It may sink and crack as it cools, but this is part of its charm

We know you all love coffee cake as much as chocolate cake, so why not combine the two?

This decadent chocolate and banana loaf cake is gorgeously moist from the fruit, whilst chocolate adds richness. Top with ganache and banana chips.

For the ultimate indulgence look no further than Sarah Cook's four-layered chocolate-caramel extravaganza

This cake is mixed and made in a saucepan
– how easy is that! It’s best eaten on the
same day, or within two

Glamorous enough to serve as a dessert, this makes a stunning centrepiece. And the bonus is you can make the whole thing ahead and freeze until you need it

Bake our easy white chocolate traybake with creamy icing and get creative with toppings. These bite-sized cakes are ideal for sharing or bake sales