Chocolate bark & chocolate-coated strawberries

White chocolate bark and dipped strawberries are simple to make but the homemade touch will impress guests at a summer party. Use them to decorate cakes too

Chocolate mousse

Bear Grylls' chocolatey dessert is so quick to make. If you have unexpected guests, it's sure to be a winner! 

Dark chocolate & cherry bar

This impressive looking dessert is a chocolate lover's dream and no one will guess it uses just four ingredients

Chocolate & hazelnut thumbprint cookies

The food processor does most of the work in this cookie recipe, but younger children will enjoy rolling the dough into balls and thumbprinting. Older kids can make them on their own

Chocolate & sesame loaf cake

Tahini gives this cake a subtle nutty flavour that partners perfectly with rich chocolate. This recipe makes 2 cakes, so why not freeze one as a treat for another day!

Spiced poached pears in chocolate sauce

You won't need an excuse to indulge in this updated classic, but if you do, remember that fruit contributes to your 5-a-day!

Vegan chocolate banana ice cream

A low-fat chocolate ice cream? It really does exist! Our blitzed banana creation is gluten and dairy-free and ready in minutes

Chocolate, peanut butter & avocado pudding

Avocado's neutral flavour and creamy texture makes it a wonderful substitute for dairy in desserts or smoothies. These little pots will keep for a few days in the fridge – a great make-ahead dessert!

Double chocolate Easter egg cheesecake

What’s better than a chocolate cheesecake? A double chocolate Easter egg cheesecake with a crunchy bourbon biscuit base and topped with creme eggs

Easter chocolate truffle cake

More child-friendly than a simnel cake, this Easter extravagance is made with chocolate and truffles instead of marzipan