Dark chocolate recipes

Sandwich our best ever chocolate sponge with a fruity coconut mousse and smother in a rich ganache for a stunning party centrepiece

Not only are these chocolate squares a great way to use up a glut of courgettes, they're topped with rye crumbs and sea salt for a chocolate cake with a twist

A gooey prepare-ahead dessert that's perfect for entertaining - it's all a matter of timing...

Get kids cooking at the weekend by baking this yummy brownie cake, much better than shop bought

Angela gives these rich treats a makeover, with a magic ingredient to reduce the fat content...

A little melting, stirring and chilling and you've got a chocolatey treat to enjoy with a cuppa. The kids can help, too

Make these barfi, spiced with saffron and cardamom, and dipped in rich dark chocolate. Decadent and delicious, they‘re often served at Indian celebrations.

Choose really dark chocolate and cocoa for this unusual low-fat sorbet

For the decadent dinner party - this rich chocolate dessert is for serious chocoholics only

Best enjoyed fresh from the oven, these delicate madeleines dipped in dark chocolate and dusted with blood orange powder make a delectable dessert

If anyone in your family isn't keen on traditional fruitcake, this might be the compromise you've been looking for

Try this rich torte as part of a selection of mini chocolate desserts - or assiete

These make-ahead puds are easy, but look glamorous

Traditional Christmas pud is not universally popular, especially with children - this wonderfully moist chocolate version could be the answer

This decadent dessert with a triple-ginger hit is a chocoholic's dream

Use these simple chocs as a garnish for desserts or serve with after-dinner coffees

There's no getting away from it, toasted marshmallows are a messy business - but they're all the better for it!

This sensational striped sponge requires careful assembly, but it's well worth the time and effort. Follow our steps for the perfect fudgy chocolate gateau.

These classic cocoa puddings with a hot chocolate sauce contain just 215 calories each - and there's a lemon version too

You can't beat American-style cookies with big chunks of chocolate and nuts. The perfect grown-up biscuit

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

Make this simple chocolate sponge pudding with decadent chocolate sauce for a satisfying family dessert

Leftover cranberry sauce? Use it as an excuse to make these delicious chocolate, nutty cake squares