The addition of chopped chocolate bars makes these irresistible. With these treats waiting in the freezer, there's no last-minute fussing for dessert.
This deep rich chocolate cake combines mascarpone, lemon and coffee for a new approach to a classic tiramisu. You can use orange-flavoured liqueur or 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla plus 2 tsp (10 mL) water instead of the Marsala.
Depart from the tried and true with Elizabeth Baird's dark cake studded with dried cherries. Keep it for a special occasion and serve in thin wedges along with ice cream drizzled with kirsch or chocolate liqueur.
There's no halfway with this layered caramel and silky chocolate ganache tart. While it takes a little more time to prepare than some desserts, none of the steps is difficult, and the end result is pure, delicious pleasure.
Tall, dark and rich, this super-chocolaty cake spikes up the drama on your buffet table. A subtle hint of raspberry complements all the chocolate. Bake it, then layer together at least a day before the final assembly. Refrigerated, the finished cake can await your guests for up to two days.
Everyone should be able to eat chocolate cake! A few simple substitutions is all it takes to make our classic recipe free of dairy, gluten, eggs, white sugar and vegetable oil, without sacrificing the intense chocolaty taste and moist, fluffy texture you've come to love. Most high-quality semisweet chocolates are dairy-free; read the label to ensure the brand you've selected doesn't contain any milk products.
Brownies are hard to resist when they're dark, dense and packed with chocolate chips. They also make great party food and are an excellent offering for a bake sale. Try the master recipe, then discover how toasted nuts, toffee bits and dried fruit such as cherries give brownies a whole new meaning.
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Sometimes a simple cookie is the best holiday treat. Look for good-quality dark chocolate and double-check the ingredient list to make sure it doesn't contain any milk ingredients – otherwise stick with carob chips.
Unsweetened chocolate adds richness and depth to this dish inspired by the mole sauces of Mexico. Serve on buns or with warm corn tortillas for a more authentic experience.
Canadian Living has published many chocolate chip cookie recipes, but founding food editor Carol Ferguson's recipe, with a punchy hit of vanilla, is the standout. You can try making these cookies with all butter as well.
