44 Recipes That Start with a Bag of Mini Chocolate Chips

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44 Recipes That Start with a Bag of Mini Chocolate Chips1/44 Chocolate Chip Cranberry Bread 7 Reviews Chocolate Chip Cranberry Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This cranberry bread is tender and moist. The first time I made it, it immediately became a favorite for the fall and winter holidays. The tart cranberries complement the sweet chocolate so well.—Jessica Hornaday, Nampa, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 253 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars,

1g fiber), 3g protein

1g fiber), 3g protein. 2/44 Chocolate Meringue Cookies 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These chocolate meringue cookies are one of my most popular recipes. Shape them into hearts for Valentine’s Day or make them as drop cookies for other occasions. —Debbie Tilley, Riverview, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 43 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 32mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/44 Chocolate Chip Pancakes 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste

of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 16 pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: At our house, Saturday morning always means pancakes for breakfast. I make the menu special by servings up stacks of these fluffy buttermilk treats studded with mini chips. —Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 291 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 4/44 Pizzelle Cookies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pizzelle Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From

I create them using a pizzelle iron

the Recipe Creator: These lovely, golden brown anise pizzelle cookies have a crisp texture and delicate anise flavor. I create them using a pizzelle iron. —Barbara Colucci, Rockledge, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 76 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 5/44 Chocolate Pudding Pizza 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My sister Brenda and I made up this recipe while talking on the phone. My family loved the classic

pairing of chocolate and peanut butter presented in a whole new way

pairing of chocolate and peanut butter presented in a whole new way. —LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 449 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 376mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 6/44 Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two

This recipe won several blue ribbons at our state fair

favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 176 calories, 11 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 25 mg cholesterol, 117 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein. 7/44 Chocolate Fudge Cake 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe won several blue ribbons at our state fair. The made-from-scratch chocolate layer cake topped with a

fudgy homemade frosting is truly a can’t-miss dessert

fudgy homemade frosting is truly a can’t-miss dessert. —Donna Carman, Tulsa, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 678 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 377mg sodium, 104g carbohydrate (77g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 8/44 Brownie Cake 34 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Brownie Cake Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 16-20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A little of this tall, rich brownie cake goes a long way, so you’ll have plenty of pieces left to share with grateful family members and friends. It’s a sure

My neighbors always look forward to them!

way to satisfy true chocolate lovers and is perfect for any occasion.-Barbara Dean, Littleton, Colorado 9/44 Chocolate Biscotti 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Biscotti Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These white chocolate-drizzled cookies are a cinch to make, so I’m happy to whip up a batch any time. My neighbors always look forward to them! —Ginger Chatfield, Muscatine, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 126 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g

Who knew something this impressive could start with a cake mix!

protein. 10/44 Peanut Butter-Chocolate Cake Rolls 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 2 cake rolls (12 slices each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who knew something this impressive could start with a cake mix! The mini chocolate chips add a tasty crunch to each slice. —Tammy Rex, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania 11/44 Snowy Mountain Cookies 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was so excited to bake these with my mom after coming home from studying abroad in

They remind me of the Swabian Alps I could see from my room there

Germany. They remind me of the Swabian Alps I could see from my room there. Be careful not to overheat the white chocolate; it’ll lose that attractive shine. —Stephanie Bouley, North Smithfield, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 99 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 12/44 Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins 45 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whenever I make these zucchini chocolate chip muffins, I

freeze several

freeze several. As I’m leaving for work in the morning, I pull one out and enjoy it at the office with a cup of coffee. —Janet Pierce DeCori, Rockton, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 234 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 13/44 Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our daughter first astounded us with her cooking

talents when she made this cheesecake at 13 years of age

talents when she made this cheesecake at 13 years of age. With a unique cookie crumb crust and extra-creamy filling, people think this dessert was made by a gourmet baker! —Kathleen Gualano, Cary, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 432 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 149mg cholesterol, 201mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 14/44 Mini-Chip Cocoa Pancakes 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mini-Chip Cocoa Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whip up a batch of cocoa pancakes dotted with

Sometimes the grandkids help by piping the cake

mini chocolate chips to satisfy your chocolate cravings first thing in the morning. Yum! —Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 3 pancakes (calculated without whipped cream): 489 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 725mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 15/44 Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Whoopie Pies 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Baking a fun treat is a must when my four grandchildren come to stay for “grandma camp.” Sometimes the grandkids help by piping the cake

I was shocked when my nephews (who are very picky eaters) loved these sammies

batter. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 whoopie pie: 267 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 16/44 Chocolate Chip, PB & Banana Sandwiches 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip, PB & Banana Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love finding new ways to combine peanut butter, chocolate and bananas. I was shocked when my nephews (who are very picky eaters) loved these sammies. —Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1

It’s best if eaten within two days—if it even lasts that long!

sandwich: 502 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 7g fiber), 15g protein. 17/44 Hot Chocolate Tiramisu 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Instead of using coffee and rum, I let cinnamon shine in this tiramisu. It’s best if eaten within two days—if it even lasts that long! —Cathy Geniti, Saratoga Springs, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 638 calories, 46g fat (25g saturated fat), 199mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.

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