24 Light Chocolate Dessert Recipes

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24 Light Chocolate Dessert Recipes1/24 Black Bean Brownies 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’d never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? —Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island 2/24 Black Forest Cannoli Parfaits 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves cannoli, but I don’t love making the shells. This parfait

is an easy way to enjoy the flavor without spending time baking the shells

is an easy way to enjoy the flavor without spending time baking the shells. —Anna Ginsberg, Austin, Texas 3/24 Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll fall in love with this sweet treat. Each silky slice is topped with juicy raspberries. Yes, you can have cheesecake without breaking the calorie budget. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 4/24 Reese’s Chocolate Snack Cake 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Reese’s Chocolate Snack Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min

Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family constantly requests this cake is constantly. I don’t mind making it because it’s surprisingly low-cal. And its yellow and orange toppings make it the perfect dessert for a Halloween party. —Eileen Travis, Ukiah, California 5/24 Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Blondies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I converted these blondies to be gluten free so that my family could enjoy a comforting dessert. We were craving brownies one night, and

these cakelike treats hit the spot

these cakelike treats hit the spot. They are a fantastic spin on gluten-free peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. —Becky Klope, Loudonville, New York 6/24 Frozen Chocolate Monkey Treats 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin 7/24 Nana’s Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Frosting 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF

For a more indulgent version, double the frosting and pile it on high!

HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Even though Nana is no longer with us, her treats bring me so much joy every time I bake them. For a more indulgent version, double the frosting and pile it on high! —Chekota Hunter, Cassville, Missouri 8/24 Chocolate-Dipped Phyllo Sticks 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 20 sticks Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a little something special to share with friends or family? Try these crunchy treats. They’re wonderful with coffee or a

glass of milk

glass of milk. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin 9/24 Glazed Chocolate Angel Food Cake 4 Reviews Glazed Chocolate Angel Food Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A drizzling of rich chocolate glaze lends an elegant touch and will keep guests wanting more. With only 3g of fat per slice, this is one treat you’ll want to see year after year! —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York 10/24 Ice Cream Cone Treats 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ice Cream Cone Treats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

One night my husband had some friends over to play poker

Time 20 min Servings 12 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky hands. You can also pack the cereal mixture into paper cups and insert a wooden pop stick to create pops. —Mabel Nolan, Vancouver, Washington 11/24 12/24 S’mores Bars 33 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolaty S’mores Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One night my husband had some friends over to play poker

and he requested these s’mores bars

and he requested these s’mores bars. They polished off the pan and asked for more! I shared the recipe, and now their families make them, too. —Rebecca Shipp, Beebe, Arkansas 13/24 No-Guilt Brownies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 16 brownies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Yes, you can watch your diet and enjoy treats, too! These healthy brownies are the perfect cure for a serious chocolate craving. —Rita Ross, Delta, Ohio 14/24 Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 5 min

This chocolate swirl cheesecake is the one that people ask for again and again

Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Eat these pretty treats as is or crush them into a bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Readers of my blog, utry.it, went nuts when I posted that idea.—Amy Tong, Anaheim, California 15/24 Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Searching for a dessert superstar? This chocolate swirl cheesecake is the one that people ask for again and again. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

But I like them because they’re lower in fat and easy to mix and bake

16/24 Chocolate Crinkle Cookies 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings about 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I baked these moist, fudgy cookies for the first time, my three preschool children went wild over them! But I like them because they’re lower in fat and easy to mix and bake. —Maria Groff, Ephrata, Pennsylvania 17/24 Candy Cane Chocolate Loaves 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 3 loaves (12 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Coffee and cocoa intensify the flavor

When I had a bunch of leftover candy canes after the holidays, I was inspired to use them up by adding them to a chocolate bread. Coffee and cocoa intensify the flavor. —Shelly Platten, Amherst, Wisconsin 18/24 Mocha-Hazelnut Glazed Angel Food Cake 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mocha-Hazelnut Glazed Angel Food Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love this recipe because it combines three of my favorite flavors: coffee, hazelnuts and cherries. —Joan Pecsek, Chesapeake, Virginia 19/24 Chocolate Almond Cake 11 Reviews

Fluffy white homemade frosting tops this rich chocolate almond cake

Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fluffy white homemade frosting tops this rich chocolate almond cake. Sliced toasted almonds on top add a little crunch. —Sherri Gentry, Dallas, Oregon 20/24 Warm Chocolate Melting Cups 46 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These little cakes have become a favorite of our guests. They are always surprised that such a chocolaty dessert is so light­—less than 200 calories apiece! —Kissa Vaughn, Troy,

Just before serving this dessert, I like to dust the top with cocoa

Texas 21/24 Chocolate Eclair Delight 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s amazing how the layers of this eclair torte soften overnight into a cakelike texture. Just before serving this dessert, I like to dust the top with cocoa. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario 22/24 Contest-Winning Chocolate Angel Food Cake 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Chocolate Angel Food Cake Recipe photo by Melissa Patterson for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When

1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

I take this different kind of angel food cake to church bake sales, it goes before I can get it on the table!—Mary Ann Iverson, Woodville, Wisconsin 23/24 Chocolate Ganache Cake 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Three-Layer Chocolate Ganache Cake Recipe photo by Jena Carlin for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This decadent triple-layer beauty is pure chocolate indulgence. The cake layers can be frozen prior to final assembly; in fact, they’re easier to work with when frozen. —Kathleen Smith, Overland, Missouri 24/24 Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars 11

My secret to these rich no-bake bites?

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

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