Recipezaar: Chocolate,Valentines Day recipes

Reheatable Cup Full of Love

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 15:44:04 -0500

reheatable hot chockolat -- posted by super chef jnr

Mini Strawberry Caramel Cakes

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 14:06:10 -0500

A easy dessert you can make using store bought mini caramel coffee cakes (or two bite brownies). -- posted by Euphoria83

Chocolate Silk Pie

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 19:43:41 -0500

This is just like the yummy chocolate silk pie served in my favorite restaurant. It melts in your mouth. -- posted by Chef #711393

Valentines Rum Truffle Hearts

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 20:15:04 -0500

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a chococolate and rum treat! -- posted by ZeldaManners

Chocolate Amaretti Heartbreakers

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:31:02 -0500

"These are really waffled cakesmoist, cocoa-rich and flecked with ground amaretti (Italian macaroons) and bittersweet chocolate. Theyre delicious as is with just a sprinkling of confectioners sugar, luscious with lightly sweetened, softly whipped cream, and downright indulgent with ice cream and hot fudge sauce." After that, there is no more to be said. Adapted from Waffles from Morning to Midnight, by Dorie Greenspan (Weldon Owen, 2001). Source: Williams-Sonoma, January 20, 2008. -- posted by Manami

Hugs & Kisses Brownie

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:47:46 -0500

Perfect recipe for Valentine's Day! This recipe requires a heart-shaped or round springform pan. -- posted by Mom2Rose

Ghirardelli Sinful Chocolate Truffles

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:06:44 -0500

Next best thing to a Hot Fudge Sundae from Ghirardelli Square! These make a great gift. -- posted by cookiedog

Mocha Buttercream Chocolate Espresso Cake

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 17:32:06 -0500

This moist espresso and chocolate flavored cake is brushed with coffee glaze and then finished with a soft mocha buttercream frosting, making every bite melt in your mouth. From Nestle. -- posted by Annacia

Chocolate Dipped Heart Cookies

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 17:39:28 -0500

Another recipe that I saw on the morning news and wanted to share. Great for Valentines Day and your Sweetie. Recipe from Happy Cookies -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Candy Bar Tarts (A Different One)

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 17:57:56 -0500

I found this one in the Chicago Sun-Times but they attribute it to Pillsbury. This was in an article on baking yummy deliciousness for Valentine's Day. I struggled to get the candy bars past the Zaar editor...it's 2 2.07-oz. Snickers bars. -- posted by Hey Jude

Razzledazzle Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 19:44:06 -0500

This are wonderful gifts for Valentine's Day. They are soaked, then covered in chocolate. I have made them for gifts for several years now and always get rave reviews. I orignally got the recipe from Chef Jon Peters -- posted by Sherrybeth

Chocolate Spaetzle (Paula Deen)

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:26:24 -0500

I saw this last night on Paula's Party and thought it sounded interesting. This would be perfect for Valentine's Day or some romantic meal. -- posted by Ducky

Weight Watchers Chocolate-Raspberry Heart Cake

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:55:53 -0500

If you're looking for a decadent chocolate dessert to serve this Valentine's Day, but don't want all the fat and calories, try this one. It has 5 points values per serving. -- posted by Lainey6605

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Smoothie

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:59:51 -0500

I got this healthy smoothie from Weight Watchers. Chill a glass by putting it in the freezer for at least 20 minutes. You may want to wrap it in a napkin to keep your fingers from getting freezer-burned! It has 3 points per serving. -- posted by Lainey6605

Cupid Kisses - Gorgeous Cupcakes With a Romantic Touch!

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 18:47:53 -0500

This is my own family recipe. The cupcakes are almost like red velvet cupcakes but then they are filled with cream & topped with a 'kiss' - Cupids of course! These are very easy to make & will be the centre of attention.... great for any special ocassion. -- posted by Um Safia

10-Minute Valentines Candies

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:00:21 -0500

These gorgeously gourmet candies only take 3 ingredients and a few minutes of work! I was going to make a kind of peppermint bark for my friends (it was such a hit during the holidays), but they morphed into these once I realized I had no candycanes. Just as delicious! -- posted by Cherry Pi Gal

Cupid's Pillows

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 02:20:31 -0500

This is a great treat if you like chocolate and raspberries. Easy to make but elegant. -- posted by Becca's Suwanee Kitchen

Chocolate Cayenne Truffles

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 03:29:17 -0500

This is a recipe I found on the Internet in several different places. I love it, though I've found that some people find it too intense to enjoy. If you know someone who likes spicy food, this might not be a bad Valentine's Day treat. It starts off cool and sweet, but is spicy when it melts on your tongue. The ginger on the outside helps give a little bite at the start. -- posted by korvus

Chocolate Brownie Bites

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:45:17 -0500

Applesauce keeps the fat down, yet very moist in these yummy bite size treats. -- posted by linrinblue

Penny Pincher's Elegant Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:45:51 -0500

I have alway felt that chocolate-covered strawberries are a classic signature of romance, especially the part where you feed it to your sweetie! I usually use very special, often expensive chocolate to make mine, but this time I had to settle for classic semi-sweet chocolate chips. I knew when I got, "Oh, what kind of chocolate is *this*?" from my BF, I knew the recipe was 'zaar worthy! -- posted by Courtney Elizabeth

Triple Chocolate Petit Fours

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:07:07 -0500

The recipe as written uses chocolate sponge cake, simple syrup, chocolate frosting, and chocolate glaze. The chocolate sponge cake recipe that I used was found here on Recipezaar from Derf and I added some additional guidelines and tips. The chocolate glaze recipe is from AllRecipes.com. Feel free to use the basic outline of the recipe to create your own petit fours. Just use the basic components (sponge cake aka genoise, simple syrup, some sort of filling like frosting/jelly/buttercream/fruit curd, and glaze such as marzipan/fondant/ganache) and follow the assembly instructions given. You can add flavored liquor, coffee, etc to the simple syrup recipe (equal parts sugar and water) to give a little extra flavor. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Chocolate-Espresso Mini Souffles

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:40:38 -0500

From Fine Cooking Website. The preparation time includes 30 min. chill time. These can be made ahead and frozen for up to 2 weeks before baking. -- posted by CookGordon

Valentine's Day Molten Chocolate Cakes for Two (Or More!)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:35:39 -0500

OMG! These are to die for!!! Got these out of our local paper for the holiday and just made them. I used Giardelli's bittersweet choc. chips, Sucanat and whole wheat flour, but you may use whatever you have. I doubled the recipe and got 5 custard cup sized cakes. If you want more choc. lava, bake them for 10 minutes, less, 11-12. This is so quick and easy and it looks like you slaved in the kitchen, yet takes a total of 20 minutes from beginning to end! Wish I would have seen the recipe b4 my anniversary (which happens to be the 15th). -- posted by WI Cheesehead

Amazingly Soft Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:19:17 -0500

These are soooooo good! My boyfriend and I can't stop eating them. (Make sure not to over cook or they won't be soft.) -- posted by *all4him*

Devil's Food Cupcakes

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:03:30 -0500

These are incredible chocolate cupcakes! -- posted by cupcakelover

True Love Truffles

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:42:11 -0500

From TOH, haven't tried. -- posted by cellogirl2

Triple Chocolate Kisses

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:42:57 -0500

From TOH, haven't tried. For some reason, it won't let me post the number of Hershey's kisses, but it's 42. LOL. -- posted by cellogirl2

Really Good Chocolate Layer Cake

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:12:30 -0400

This one the title for best cake in the Ultimate recipe showdown on the food network. Recipe is by Janice Kollar. -- posted by cookiedog

Truffle Tarts With Raspberries

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:11:04 -0400

I plan on making this for Easter this year. They would also be great for Valentine's Day or other special occasion. This is a Tyler Florence recipe. -- posted by cookiedog

Amaretto Cherries

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:48:11 -0400

This sounds so good! From an auto-glass company's compilation cookbook which was given out as a gift. It contains recipes from all different insurance companies in the US. This was submitted by Sharon Kesner of the Lytell Insurance Agency, Woodbridge, Virginia. There is an overnight marination required. -- posted by Oolala

Cathy's Toffee Blondies for C-A-C-H-E

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 19:21:31 -0400

Oooey, gooey and oh-so-good you'll want to eat 'em all! But really, save some for the next day or two, as they get better with time...and willpower is a good thing to test from time to time! A good friend brought over a batch of these little beauties as a thank you for hosting a homeschooling (CACHE = Coulee Area Christian Home Educators) function. I've made this right in the baking pan, too---with very good results. Allow pan to cool before cutting otherwise the ooey will be really gooey. -- posted by Debber

Real Chocolate Chocolate Cake With Ganache

Fri, 16 May 2008 19:13:10 -0400

I saw this recipe being made on Good Food Live one day and it looked delicious. I now use this cake in my baking rotation and there is never a crumb left. Try and use the best quality chocolate you can-it does make a difference. For a variation on the ganache, try adding some grated orange zest or chopped mint or even some finely chopped nuts. -- posted by Noo

Black Forest Chocolate Mousse Shots

Wed, 28 May 2008 20:23:47 -0400

These sound very yummy indeed! I originally found this recipe in the UK cooking magazine Olive. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Super Easy & Delicious Fudge

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 20:31:12 -0400

If you like fudge and you like easy, this is the recipe for you! My grandma used to give this to us for Christmas served in circular tins, separated by wax paper. I prefer plain chocolate fudge, but have been known to insert some Andes mints in here or there. I went through a phase in high school where I made this almost bi-weekly. -- posted by Chef Acosta

Chocolate Decadence With Raspberry Sauce

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 02:58:10 -0400

I was looking for something to eat with a bottle of Coppo Passione Brachetto d'Acqui for a romantic treat for my husband and I, and this fit the bill perfectly. It is also delicious with Lindemans Framboise Lambic. Modified slightly from Gourmet; I had everything in my fridge/freezer already! Thank goodness for that monstrous bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips I had on hand for making cookies. I was worried it wouldn't work in this little heart-shaped baking dish I have, but it was just perfect. It is better if made a day in advance. -- posted by sanguis

Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:01:39 -0400

Delicious chocolate brownie swirled with creamy cheesecake mixture-Heavenly! -- posted by Noo

Frozen Berries With Hot White Chocolate Sauce

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 01:56:35 -0400

This sounds seriously good and when I saw it in Delicious Magazine I had to put it on here for the next cheat day I have on my diet. You could easily mix up the type of berries used to suit what you have available and what is in season. Cooking time includes the freezer time for the fresh berries. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Farmhouse Holidays Double Chocolate Praline-Fudge Cake

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 03:08:28 -0400

Snowflakes drifting by the frosty windows, but inside we're listening to Christmas carols and decorating cut-out cookies. Dad comes and stomps the snow from his boots. Christmas Saturday, and we're ready for a piece of this special fudgy cake to load up our plates, with a glass of icy milk alongside. COOKING TIME includes chilling the cake. Thanks to Gooseberry Patch for another excellent recipe. -- posted by Debber

Chocolate Praline Truffles

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:29:30 -0400

What a sweet addition to the holiday platter of Christmas cookies and confections! A bit fussy to make, but WELL WORTH the time and satisfaction of making your own. COOKING TIME includes "standing time" and chilling time....so don't just STAND there--CHILL out darling! Ho Ho Ho! Those gals at Gooseberry Patch sure know what they're doing, now don't they!? -- posted by Debber

Not-Just-For-Summer Pancake S'mores

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 23:28:33 -0400

How about serving these in the middle of winter, maybe the morning of the annual ice-skating party with the kids in the neighborhood or the 4-H club? And you don't even need a campfire! Thanks to the good ladies over at Gooseberry Patch for their inventive recipe-making skills! -- posted by Debber

Hot Chocolate Passion

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:33:04 -0400

As I have mentioned before, my friend, Judy is having a large dinner party in about a month and this is one of the dishes we tried. Very time consuming! This chocolate dessert is rich, dark, decadent, and ever so slightly spicy. Saveur Magazine - September 2006. *This recipe is to be completed three times, using a different chocolate each time. -- posted by Manami

Fluted Chocolate Maraschino Cherry Cake

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:48:15 -0400

Source: Hershey's Website -- posted by Mom2Rose

Hershey's Chocolate Cherry Fudge

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:41:25 -0400

Source: Hershey's website -- posted by Mom2Rose

Chocolate Marvel Pie

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:11:01 -0400

I received this recipe in a recipe-swap-by-mail about 20 years ago, and am finally posting it here for safekeeping. Prep time given does not include chilling time. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Cheesecake Truffle Bombs for the Holidays

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 19:11:14 -0500

What a great idea! Saw this in a new cookbook by Marcy Goldman "A Passion for Baking" and knew I had to set this aside for our holiday baking. COOKING TIME seems long, but that includes baking the cheesecake AND chilling AND freezing the little squares prior to dipping. -- posted by Debber

Darkest Chocolate Cupcakes (For Grownups!)

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 01:21:36 -0500

These are the chocolatiest cupcakes you will ever eat. Because these are made with 70% cacao MELTED DARK CHOCOLATE! Elizabeth Falker's recipe, from CitizenCake. Do Not Over-bake! Frost these with chocolate-buttercream icing and garnish with marshmallows and walnuts, and you have rocky-road cupcakes! -- posted by minnie chef

Trilevel Brownies

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:57:32 -0500

This crowd pleaser features two layers of creamy chocolate and chewy oatmeal cookie-like layer. Walnut halves (or your favorite holiday candy) make a tasty topper. -- posted by Annacia

Mamie Eisenhower's Favorite Million Dollar Fudge

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:22:22 -0500

This is also known as White House Fudge, Mamie's Fudge, Mrs. Eisenhower's Fudge, Million Dollar Fudge, and Mamie's Million Dollar Fudge. -- posted by BecR

Chocolate Chip Sour Cream Pancakes, Diabetic

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:07:54 -0500

The last time I went shopping there was a terrific price on sour cream so I grabbed 2 BIG containers. I'm currently putting sour cream in everything I can think of! I'm the first to admit that this wouldn't be a daily thing but for a special breakfast (Valentines, Mothers Day?) it isn't going to break the diabetic bank -- posted by Annacia

Mini Mochaccino Puddings

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:49:56 -0500

I saw these in my mother's copy of Woman's Day when I was on vacation in the States and I wanted to put it here so I would have it when I got back to the UK. It certainly looks yummy! The cooking time includes the chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

The Best Kahlua and Coffee Fudge!

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 02:21:19 -0500

If you like chocolate & coffee together, you will LOVE this fudge!!! One of my all-time favorite fudge recipes--- very simple to make and soooo delicious! Great for the cookie tray or for gift giving. From Taste of Home "Best of Christmas". -- posted by BecR

Cappuccino Love Bites

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:27:39 -0500

For this super-easy garnish, press a striped chocolate kiss into each baked cookie while it's still warm. After the chocolate softens, you can swirl it with a knife. -- posted by Annacia

Fudgy Brownies

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:00:01 -0500

From Vegetarian Times September 2008, these are delicious brownies, that just happen to be vegan. But if you don't tell, no one will know, they are terrific! Feel free to add nuts or other goodies. You'll make these a bunch, so try something different each time. I've also made them in a mini muffin pan topped with red/green M&Ms for Christmas. -- posted by Wish I Could Cook

Chocolate-Dipped Cherries With Pistachios

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:21:02 -0500

Chocolate and cherries love each other! Dipped in chopped pistachios, it's like a group hug! If you don't have fresh cherries, use maraschino cherries! Adapted from Country Living magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Oreos 'n' Cream Cake

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:08:12 -0500

I saw this recipe recently in Family Circle. My son loves Oreos and anything Oreos so I think this will be his birthday cake! Can't wait to try it. Fresh whipped cream makes this homemade cake extra special. -- posted by Lainey6605

Warm Chocolate Tart With Red Wine Sauce

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:55:29 -0500

This romantic tart comes together in no time at all with the use of a premade tart shell. Feel free to make your own of course, but I stick with the premade ones on account of being pastry-challenged. As far as a rich and indulgent dessert, you cannot go wrong with warm chocolate and red wine! Perfect for valentines day, or any day that you just want to treat yourself and the ones you love. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Chocolate-Walnut Turnovers

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 21:46:11 -0500

These are a nice sweet treat! -- posted by Lainey6605

Chocolate Mousse With Exotic Spices

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:32:55 -0500

For chocolate lovers and perfect for Valentine's day. This is from the Madame magazine. I think it's for 2 servings. -- posted by Boomette

Chocolate Fudge Pecan Pie

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:21:13 -0500

A quick, easy recipe to satisfy your chocolate fix! Prep time does not include chilling time. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Chocolate Raspberry Chambord Truffles for Your Valentine!

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:31:24 -0500

A perfectly decadent treat for Valentine's Day, or any romantic occasion! -- posted by BecR

Chocolaty Cherry Biscotti

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:46:43 -0500

Chocolate and cherry perfection!! The flavors of rich semi-sweet chocolate and cherries make these biscotti doubly delicious. These simply sweet cookies pair wonderfully with your afternoon coffee or tea. -- posted by Annacia

Molten Chocolate-Cherry Cakes

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:47:36 -0500

These little molten chocolate-cherry cakes are perfect to serve on Valentine's Day for a very special dessert. When you cut into them, chocolate comes "oozing" out, so good! Remember, it is very important to serve these cakes warm from the oven. Be sure to make the dipped cherrries ahead and have them ready. -- posted by Annacia

Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:56:21 -0500

From Taste of Home. Prep time does not allow for time to chill overnight. -- posted by carolinafan

Gordon Ramsay's Chocolate Fondant

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:42:18 -0500

A gooey, decadent dessert-a hot pudding with a molten middle--irresistible! This is perfect for entertaining, as it can be made way ahead of time. They will sit happily in the fridge overnight, or in the freezer for up to a month (baking from frozen, add 5 minutes extra onto cooking time). I strongly advise you to make some extras as an 'insurance policy to allow for any errors. I can assure you that they won't go to waste if all goes to plan. Once you have mastered this recipe, feel free to experiment with flavourings--add Baileys, Cointreau or finely grated orange zest to the chocolatethe possibilities are endless! Try serving it with recipe #353546. Gordon claims that this is the best selling dessert in his restaurants! -- posted by Noo

Frozen Lite Chocolate Cheesecake

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 01:02:09 -0500

I love anything chocolate!! This cheesecake is creamy and absolutely delicious! Also delicious with the Mocha variation. Enjoy! Please NOTE: Plan ahead! This requires at least 6 hours in the freezer! If you like this, you should try Recipe #371878 -- posted by kittycatmom

Valentines Double Chocolate Brownies

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:21:38 -0500

This decadent and easy brownie recipe will delight Valentine sweethearts of all shapes and sizes -- posted by Chef #639261

Valentines Brownie Pie

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:42:29 -0500

This is a very special recipe which i have discovered on my first valentines. 7 years ago. Tip to make is to prepare with love. -- posted by allnewrecipes.blogspot.com

Low Fat Chocolate Fudge Cake

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:12:30 -0500

From Woman's Weekly Everyday Cakes and Cookies. I made this into cupcakes instead of a big cake. Very tasty! -- posted by chefina

Sinful Brownies

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 03:03:54 -0500

Adapted from an old Easy Entertaining magazine. I did these for Valentines Day and they were easy to do and a great success. -- posted by katew

Menage a Trois (The Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Cookie)

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:18:44 -0500

Take a bite of this cookie and go to Chocoholic Heaven. They will melt in your mouth in ways that you never thought possible for a cookie. Be aware that they only keep for a few days, and that they tend to be very fragile. Also, they can be somewhat finnicky to make; do not be dismayed if they do not come out right the first time. Good quality chocolate, proper oven technique, and parchment paper are all very important. And yes, the flour: chocolate ratio is correct - that is what gives it its texture (and makes it so expensive). From "A Field Guide to Chocolate Chip Cookies" by Dede Wilson. -- posted by Oenophilly

Easiest Ever Chocolate Fudge Cake

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:53:27 -0400

It is the magazine I found this recipe in calling this 'the easiest', not me. That said, it does look pretty easy. I found it in a booklet produced by the British cooking magazine Olive. So, the measurements are in grams rather than ounces but don't let that scare you and remember you can use the conversion chart here to instantly convert the recipe. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Chocolate Cheesecakes for Two

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:12:23 -0400

This is a Paula Deen recipe she came up with for a Valentine's meal, and it makes two 4" cheesecakes. I found it after Valentine's Day this year, but I'm going to make it on my husband's birthday -- it looks like it will make a terrific dessert for special occasions. Note: There is a 4-hour chilling time required in addition to the cooking time. -- posted by TasteTester

Chocolate Eggnog Swirl Pie

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:44:24 -0400

Our apartment complex issues a monthly "newsletter". This was in the February issue. NOTE: Cooking time includes chilling time. -- posted by Nana Lee

Chocolate Dessert Quesadillas

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:51:55 -0400

These sound really good! I have added them for ZWT5. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Rocky Road Fudge (No Bake)

Tue, 12 May 2009 01:08:26 -0400

This recipe is similar to rocky road treats because of its crunch and crunch! There are many things you can add to make it crunchier as well! This recipe is open for experimentation! And the best part is, for those of you (like me) without an oven, this doesn't require one! LOL -- posted by Annicka Shadowing

Be Mine Buttermilk Cake With Chambord Truffle Cream

Sun, 31 May 2009 19:51:39 -0400

A heart-shaped layer cake filled with Chambord truffle cream and topped with a chocolate glaze and raspberries. Bon Appetit, February 1993. Creme de Cassis can be substituted for the Chambord. -- posted by swissms

Fudgy Chocolate Cupcakes (Or Cake)

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:11:39 -0400

There was an o.k. recipe here on Zaar that I have worked on and changed to make these truly amazingly rich and chocolatey cupcakes. Don't be scared of the tiny bit of coffee it only deepens the flavor of the chocolate. These don't require any frosting but the kids love it with frosting and some colored sprinkles so that's what I typically do. I like to use my lazy version of Recipe #19353 (a little bit of this, a little bit of that) and they always look and taste wonderful. As an added bonus this has no shortening, butter, or margarine (all those bad trans-fats) but amazingly enough they still taste fattening. -- posted by scancan

Sourdough Chocolate Malt Dessert Waffles

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:15:52 -0400

Absolutely decadent dessert waffles! They're so light and crispy it's hard to believe they are made with sourdough and whole wheat flour. Can be made in a Belgian or traditional waffle iron. Great use of extra sourdough starter! Recipe from King Arthur flour. Time indicated includes proofing time! -- posted by Galley Wench

Silly Easy Chocolate Creme De Menthe Pudding

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:05:38 -0400

I was making up a box of sugar free pudding and spotted the bottle of creme de menthe on the shelf. It wouldn't let me ignore it and I thought 'hmm, I wonder' and added a bit into the mix. It worked and turned normal chocolate pudding into something lush tasting. I could see it being the base of easy 'grown up' parfaits and that sort of thing too. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Walnut Brownie Martini

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:41:53 -0400

YUMMY!!!!!!!! -- posted by ~Rita~

V's Chocolate Coma Cake (Triple Layer)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:13:51 -0400

I wanted to make my DH a special chocolate cake for his birthday this year and a box cake mix wasn't gonna due. Although I often kick-up cake mixes I decided to create a cake just for him and go the extra mile. WARNING: This cake is not for dieters, It is packed with lots of love and will be my special occasion cake from now on. My boys loved it so much, they are already requesting it for their birthdays! :) Another thumbs up by the family! -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Chocolate Cheesecake

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:30:52 -0400

this recipe is good. -- posted by Chef #1402471

Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:33:59 -0400

This fine chocolate recipe comes from Epicurious. For pure chocolate bliss be sure to use best quality bittersweet and fresh nuts. It's worth it! The cook time given is actually chill time. -- posted by Annacia

Chocolate Fondue, Easy

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:19:32 -0500

Well, it's true, you just can't get any easier than this. -- posted by Annacia

Holiday Brownies

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:38:08 -0500

The holiday brownie recipe combines two favorites, chocolate and cherries. These rich and creamy brownies are guaranteed to be gone in the first day! -- posted by Annacia

Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cookie Stars

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:54:42 -0500

Another grown up cookie - chocolate, coffee, peppermint - not overly sweet... perfect with a good cup of coffee while watching the weather, a movie or reading a book. My kind of Christmas cookie! Found in The Washington Post. -- posted by Buster's friend

Chocolate-Dipped Orange Cookies

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:55:36 -0500

This recipe originally called for lemon in place of the orange but orange and chocolate translates to Christmas for me. Found the original in The Washington Post who attributed the Ghirardelli Chocolate Cookbook. In homage, consider using Ghirardelli chocolate for this recipe. Whatever chocolate you use, use block chocolate, not morsels. ****dough needs 30 to 60 minute minimum chill in the fridge (good for making the day before)**** These turned out to be the star on the Christmas platters. Several folks would not believe these were not purchased! They are that good with bittersweet chocolate & about 3+ teaspoons orange zest. Will make next with tangerine zest! -- posted by Buster's friend

German Chocolate Cookies

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:23:31 -0500

Found in the Washington Post who attributed it to cookbook author Sally Sampson's "Cookies". The dough can be frozen for up to two months. The cookies keep 5 days room temp in an airtight container (good for mailing!) & two weeks in the freezer after being baked (handy!). NOTE: To toast the pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and place in a 325-degree oven, shaking the sheet occasionally, for 15 minutes. Watch carefully; nuts burn quickly. *****these were one of the first gobbled up cookies on our Christmas trays! They are very dark & lumpy bumpy - suspicious looking in fact - but once tried were scooped up fast!****** -- posted by Buster's friend

Harlequins and Bow Ties

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:48:26 -0500

Two-toned vanilla & chocolate butter cookies that look so fancy with a simple twist. So pretty on a Christmas platter. Note the dough needs at least an hour chill time - perfect for making & chilling until you are ready to bake. To make your own superfine sugar, process granulated sugar in a food processor, blender or coffee grinder. -- posted by Buster's friend

Viennese Chocolate Pepper Cookies

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:41:15 -0500

Put these thin little chocolate cookies on your holiday platter & let tasters be surprised, very surprised. The black pepper and allspice gives unexpected snap. Found in The Washington Post, adapted from "The Ultimate Chocolate Cookie Book," by Bruce Weinstein. Make the dough & chill - this allows you to bake when you want to, as many as you want at a time. -- posted by Buster's friend

Old-Fashioned Yellow Cake With Chocolate Icing

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:23:39 -0500

When I first got married, my husband told me that his favorite cake was a simple yellow cake with chocolate icing. I wanted to make a birthday cake for him from scratch, and this was the result. He never would eat a box cake again! This is especially nice with a tall glass of milk. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Boxing Day Bars

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:42:41 -0500

1. To give you that extra energy boost if you are one of those crazy boxing day shoppers! 2. Great recipe to make from leftover Halloween or Christmas candy or pick up the ingredients cheap on Boxing Day! This is my adaptation from a recipe originally published in Better Homes and Gardens... Feel free to substitute candies and let me know if it works (I'm thinking Snickers, chocolate covered cranberries, crushed oreo cookies... endless possibilities!) -- posted by Tanya Pants

Mocha Truffle Brownies

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:16:35 -0500

These are so good! It's from Taste of Home, and what a taste it is! They're everything I want in a brownie, they're delicious, smooth and creamy. If you like mocha, you'll love these as I do. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Valentine Candy Cones

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:56:49 -0500

These are so neat! My sister sent me pictures of these, and they are just darling! She is making them for Valentine's Day with her grandkids. Really cute thing to do with kids. You could probably make things for other holidays such as little eggs for an Easter cone,or candy corn for a Thanksgiving cone! They're really easy and would take no time at all. Note** the amounts of M&M's are a guestimate. You can use more or less accordingly. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Be Mine Brownies

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:50:43 -0500

This is another great recipe from Family Circle. Its great for valentines day but can really be made any time and just dust with any stencil you want. -- posted by Ceezie

Double Kisses (Great for Valentine's Day)

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:05:40 -0500

So good, but I can't say easy. Your Valentine will Love you. I've estimated the prep time. I recall this was a recipe that was printed in the Daily Record (newspaper). -- posted by Holly-Daze

Lower Calorie Quick Hot Fudge

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:53:18 -0500

This is a quick hot fudge recipe that I use when I really want to indulge. You can mix in any kind of 70% Cocoa and above chocolate bars (bars usually come as 2 oz, so you would need 2). I prefer to use Dagoba pure unsweetened chocolate. Whatever is available will work. -- posted by Southern Kitchen Gardener

Valentine's Day Chocolate Dippers (Raw Foods)

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 08:54:48 -0500

This is in the monthly newsletter from my local health food store, Nature's Pantry. Cooking time is refrigerator or freezer time. -- posted by mliss29

Miniature Austrian Sachertorte

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:21:16 -0500

Sachertorte, one of Austria's most famous desserts, was created in the 1830s by baker Franz Sacher. Here is an updated version of the classic recipe, made into individual servings using a muffin tin. The moist, light cake is topped with a glistening chocolate icing and served with a dollop of warm Cointreau spiked apricot jam. A lovely special occasion dessert! Adapted from "The Opera Lover's Cookbook". -- posted by BecR

Wolfgang Puck Red Velvet Cake Waffles

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:10:05 -0500

I slightly modified it but these made the coolest waffles EVER. These are perfect for Valentine's Day, especially if you have one of those old school heart-shaped waffle irons! I skipped the red food dye because I had nowhere near enough but they still tasted fantastic. -- posted by the80srule