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17 Chocolate Dessert Recipes That Make Self-Control Completely Optional

Published: Jan 15, 2026 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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If chocolate had a fan club, these 17 desserts would be the headliners. From rich, fudgy favorites to creamy, melt-in-your-mouth treats, every recipe here is designed to satisfy serious chocolate cravings. These desserts are indulgent, comforting, and just playful enough to make you smile while reaching for seconds. Warning: once you start, sharing may feel emotionally difficult—and that’s perfectly normal.

Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream in a glass jar with a spoon.
Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Discover the perfect harmony of juicy cherries and chocolate chips in this delectable Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream made in the Ninja CREAMi. A treat that promises pure delight in every spoonful. And it has a secret ingredient!
Get the Recipe: Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in a white bowl with a spoon.
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Get ready for some ice cream that is so chocolatey you have to say it twice! This chocolate chocolate chip ice cream is creamy, rich, delicious and oh-so-easy to make in your Ninja Creami!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Chocolate Protein Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

Chocolate Protein Ice Cream Nija CREAMi with chocolate chips in a glass jar.
Chocolate Protein Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Ninja Creami Chocolate Protein Ice Cream is super creamy and delicious! It doesn't even taste like a healthy ice cream recipe!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Protein Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi in a glass jar with an ice cream scoop.
Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream made in the Ninja Creami is the real deal! It’s extremely creamy and not at all chalky! No funny after tastes either! It’s not like any keto protein ice cream that I’ve had before.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Dairy Free Keto Ice Cream Ninja CREAMi

Low Carb Chocolate Roulade

Low Carb Chocolate Roulade on a dark plates with roses around.
Low Carb Chocolate Roulade. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

This Low Carb Chocolate Roulade or as some can call it chocolate Swiss roll cake is not only sugar-free but grain-free, gluten-free and also scrumptiously soft, fluffy and creamy, filled with cocoa aroma. Perfect dessert choice for your Christmas table or just a party you are planning to attend.
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Chocolate Roulade

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

Peanut butter chocolate chip muffins in a muffin tin.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peanut butter and chocolate are such a classic flavor pairing and these easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins a packed full of those great flavors.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

Chocolate Popcorn

A hand reaches for a piece of chocolate-coated popcorn in a white bowl.
Chocolate Popcorn. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Sweet and salty chocolate popcorn is simply the best thing ever. Freshly-popped stovetop popcorn that is generously drizzled with rich, melty chocolate and then lightly salted makes the perfect all-around snack. Make it in just 10 minutes and you’re in for a comforting chocolatey treat!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Popcorn

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Double chocolate banana bread with chocolate chips sliced on a cutting board.
Double Chocolate Banana Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A moist and decadent double chocolate banana bread recipe that’s healthier than most and the perfect afternoon snack. Gluten-free and vegan too!
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Crescent Roll Chocolate Croissants

A blue plate with chocolate chip croissants, half-eaten croissant in the front showing chocolate filling, scattered chips on surface, a glass of milk, and a white towel in the background.
Crescent Roll Chocolate Croissants. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This is a recipe uses refrigerated crescent roll dough. With just two other ingredients — chocolate chips and sugar — you can transform this store-bought dough in a can into chocolate croissants or pain au chocolat.
Get the Recipe: Crescent Roll Chocolate Croissants

Chocolate Baked Oats

Chocolate baked oats in a white baking dish with a serving spatula.
Chocolate Baked Oats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These baked oats take the popular TikTok recipe and give it a chocolate twist. Better yet, it’s not just baked oatmeal, it’s basically cake for breakfast and it’s prepped entirely in the blender! This version is also vegan and gluten-free. You’re going to LOVE this recipe!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Baked Oats

Chocolate Chip French Toast Casserole

A black and white plate with a piece of french toast casserole on top.
Chocolate Chip French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This delicious Chocolate Chip French Toast Casserole is easy to prep ahead of time!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip French Toast Casserole

Chocolate gluten-free rugelach

Chocolate croissants on a plate with a cup of coffee.
Chocolate gluten-free rugelach. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Gluten-free rugelach form a chocolate crescent with flaky, buttery layers and the faint whiff of cinnamon. A gluten-free version of a typical Israeli sweet.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate gluten-free rugelach

Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes

Keto Chocolate Cupcakes inside wooden box.
Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Our Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe with almond flour and low carb Nutella frosting is extra moist and soft like no other. Learn how to make easy cupcakes with only 1 gram of net carb in just a few minutes.
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes

Low-Carb Chocolate Raspberry Tart

Overhead of raspberry chocolate tart.
Low-Carb Chocolate Raspberry Tart. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This low carb chocolate raspberry tart is a gorgeous keto raspberry dessert that combines dark chocolate, fresh raspberries and a keto chocolate tart crust.
Get the Recipe: Low-Carb Chocolate Raspberry Tart

No-bake chocolate pistachio cake

Slices of chocolate pistachio cake.
No-bake chocolate pistachio cake. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This layered gluten free chocolate pistachio cake is like a fancy ganache tart that requires no baking!
Get the Recipe: No-bake chocolate pistachio cake

Almond flour chocolate cookies

Chocolate almond flour cookies drizzled with chocolate on a piece of parchment paper.
Almond flour chocolate cookies. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Soft, chewy, and with the perfect amount of sweetness. These chocolate almond flour cookies can be made for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Almond flour chocolate cookies

Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies

Two Salted Dark Chocolate cookies on a plate next to flowers.
Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies are the perfect mix of salt and chocolate! These are an easy and forgiving cookie, and they freeze like a dream!
Get the Recipe: Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies

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