chocolate Archives - Cooking Classy with a sprinkle of fancy Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:21:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 44235149 Oven S’mores https://www.cookingclassy.com/oven-smores/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/oven-smores/#respond Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:16:06 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=76571 A quick guide on how to make s'mores in the oven (plus my favorite chocolate to use). These decadent, golden brown and identically beautiful, campfire-like s'mores are super fast and just as toasty delicious as the classic outdoor favorite!

Stack of homemade s'mores that were made in the oven.

A nostalgic summer-time treat that can be enjoyed year round thanks to your indoor oven!

S'mores have long been a favorite treat of mine. They were one of the first things I learned to make as a kid. Slowly and carefully roasting them in a rotisserie art sort of way over the hot coals of campfire during the summer. Then in the winter over the coiled burner of an electric stovetop, and at times I may have even settled for a melted marshmallow quick zapped in the microwave to make them.

One method many of us have been missing out on is this simple broiled option on a baking sheet. And might I add toasting the marshmallow on two sides of course not just one as other guides have shown.

There are many things to love about this simple oven method of making s'mores. You'll get the same golden brown toasted goodness without being campfire cooked, you still get that ooey gooey fluffy melty marshmallow sweetness along with its pairing of rich luxurious chocolate, and crisp honey kissed graham crackers to hold it all together.

And bonus, you can make many at once versus making one or two on a roasting stick! I've listed out 6 servings but make up to 12 at time if you'd like.

These are perfect for when the cravings strike without all the hassle of packing up and venturing into the outdoors to build a campfire. They are beyond easy and always a popular favorite!

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French Hot Chocolate https://www.cookingclassy.com/french-hot-chocolate/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/french-hot-chocolate/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 04:36:15 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=75794 Decadently rich and creamy French Hot Chocolate! This Parisian style thick hot chocolate is made with 3 simple ingredients and ready in minutes!

French hot chocolate in a small glass mug served with a croissant on the side.

Wondering what difference is between French Hot Chocolate and American hot chocolate? French hot chocolate is thick, dense, creamy, rich and typically made with real chocolate bars plus milk or cream, whereas American hot chocolate is usually cocoa powder based, is milder in flavor, thinner and typically sweeter.

While both can be delicious this hot chocolate is for those moments when you are ready to indulge in pure chocolate decadence. It us unapologetically chocolatey, it's unbelievably simple and heats on stovetop in minutes, and the level of sweetness can be adjusted to taste by adding more or less brown sugar (or even none at all).

If you are looking for a quick, perfectly sip-able treat then look no further. Make a batch of this memorable European style hot chocolate and pair it with some buttery croissants for dipping. It's the ultimate indulgence!

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Chocolate Angel Food Cake https://www.cookingclassy.com/chocolate-angel-food-cake/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/chocolate-angel-food-cake/#comments Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:48:46 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=74666 Chocolate Angel Food Cake - a heavenly cake that's light as air, kissed with cocoa, flecked with dark chocolate bits and finished with billowy chocolate whipped cream and optional red berries.

Whole chocolate angel food cake on a white marble and wood cake stand.

Traditional angel food cake just got a sublime upgrade with chocolate in every bite. Homemade angel food cake has been a go-to dessert at our house but I've created this luxurious chocolate version I think you'll love even more!

I've always found most angel food cakes from the store are dry and stale, homemade angel food cake is anything but and the only way to go in my opinion.

It's easier to make than you'd think and it's the perfect finish to a spectacular dinner. It also makes a delectable celebratory cake for a birthday, or Valentines day of course.

Treat yourself this weekend, or make it for a friend or loved one. It's completely irresistible!

And don't toss those egg yolks, see all my recipes ideas below on various ways to use them.

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Baked Oats Recipes (6 Ways) https://www.cookingclassy.com/baked-oats/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/baked-oats/#comments Mon, 08 Jan 2024 03:58:37 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=69938 Nutritious Baked Oats 6 easy ways! This simple recipe is made with whole grain oats blitzed in a blender with a handful of ingredients, then poured into individual ramekins with mix-ins added, and oven baked. It's a muffin-like treat without all the high sugar and fat content.

Love these ideas? Also try my Overnight Oats 5 Ways and porridge like Oatmeal 8 Ways.

Baked oats made with six different flavors.

Viral TikTok Inspired Baked Oats Improved

Baked oats have been around for a years and became very popular from a TikTok recipe.

The difference between these and baked oatmeal is that the ingredients for baked oats are all pulverized in a blender leaving the oats ground up fine, and with baked oatmeal the oatmeal is left whole and everything is just stirred together in a mixing bowl.

Though the ingredients between the two are very similar their textures are quite different. These are more muffin-like while baked oatmeal is more like a chewy oat breakfast casserole. Both are so delicious just unique in their own way.

I tried the viral version of baked oats but felt it was a bit spongy so modified it based off what I thought would offer a better texture (less egg and banana, adding liquid, etc). And I couldn't resist adding a dab of butter, feel free to add two if you'd like for richer oats.

Try all the tasty flavor variations to discover your personal favorite! I'm still trying to pick a favorite myself because I love all of them.

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Blueberry cinnamon baked oats.

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S’mores Pie https://www.cookingclassy.com/smores-pie/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/smores-pie/#comments Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:31:07 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=11769 This S'mores Pie is a mouth-watering dessert that will make you feel like a kid again. A crisp, buttery graham cracker crust is topped with a layer of rich, fudgy chocolate filling and it's finished with a billowy marshmallow fluff-like topping. It's an absolute dream! Of course, it's perfect for summer—but this pie is also an amazing companion to your Thanksgiving pumpkin pie.  

S'mores pie slice shown close up.

Easy S'mores Pie Recipe

Are you ready for a new favorite pie? With this dessert, you get all the classic s'mores flavors blended into a three-layered incredibly decadent pie that's served perfectly chilled and refreshing!

Usually, we all think of s'mores as a summer dessert, but thanks to this pie you can have a s'mores dessert any day of the year when the craving strikes. I love taking it to Thanksgiving dinner, because you definitely need some chocolate to compliment the pumpkin pie. Plus, this is an easy pie to make ahead of time and doesn't require the oven!

It begins with a simple homemade graham cracker base (I include a hint of salt to balance out the sweetness of the pie), then it's layered with a silky smooth chocolate filling that melts in your mouth, and topped with a meringue (the kind that will remind you of fluffy marshmallows).

And last but not least—it's toasted to a stunning golden brown finish with a culinary torch!

The only difficult part of making this pie is waiting to dive in. There may just be a slice missing when you take it to the party, it's just too irresistible!

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Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream https://www.cookingclassy.com/chocolate-ice-cream/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/chocolate-ice-cream/#comments Mon, 31 Jul 2023 03:59:25 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=68159 Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream! It’s decadently rich, lusciously creamy, and deliciously refreshing. Better than store-bought, it’s easy to make and it's sure to be the highlight of any summer meal!

Want to make vanilla ice cream to pair with it? Try my silky homemade vanilla ice cream recipe too!

Scoop of homemade chocolate ice cream shown on a chocolate dipped ice cream cone.

The Best Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe

This chocolate ice cream is the absolute best you’ll ever taste! It’s a staple in our summer dessert lineup, but it’s so tasty I find myself making it all year long. 

It always gets rave reviews when I serve it at parties. After one bite of this creamy texture and you’ll never see store-bought ice cream the same!

With a smooth, creamy base and a rich chocolate flavor, it’s delightful on its own but can also be added to sundaes, milkshakes, and all your favorite ice cream or custard desserts. 

Finish it off with a drizzle of hot fudge sauce or homemade caramel sauce with whipped cream for a sweet treat that will cool you off even on the hottest of days!

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M&M Christmas Cookies Recipe https://www.cookingclassy.com/mm-cookies/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/mm-cookies/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2022 05:53:27 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=66112 Homemade M&M Christmas Cookies - A soft and chewy cookie that's much like a chocolate chip cookie but replaced with crisp-shelled, sweet, multi-colored M&M's instead of chocolate chips. They are an absolute treat and so fun for people of all ages!

Cookies with mini red and green m&m's shown on a red plate.

Favorite M&M Cookie Recipe

These are my favorite cookie from childhood that always satisfies those cookie cravings!

They can be made with regular-sized M&M's or mini M&M's, milk chocolate or dark chocolate flavor, and the great part is that you can use any color. It's fun to switch the M&M's out with different colors to complement the latest holiday.

You'll love that they're perfectly sweet, deliciously buttery, generously sized, and have the perfect texture. Truly a highlight of any celebration or weekend!

This is a cookie that checks all the boxes. Temptingly tasty, fun, and festive. Plus, they're easy to make!

What's not to love?

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Easy Chocolate Cake https://www.cookingclassy.com/easy-chocolate-cake-recipe/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/easy-chocolate-cake-recipe/#comments Sun, 10 Apr 2022 02:44:10 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=64122 The easiest Chocolate Cake recipe you'll ever make and it only needs a few simple ingredients! Plus the cake batter is made in one bowl and no mixer is required.

Slice of easy to make chocolate cake covered with a chocolate ganache frosting.

Homemade Easy Chocolate Cake

I think most of us could agree that chocolate cake is easily one of the best kinds of cake but sometimes there can be extra steps that actually aren't all that necessary (like boiling water and using a mixer).

This recipe has streamlined the process and the prep couldn't be faster, and yet you still end up with one of the best chocolate cakes you'll taste!

It's perfectly chocolatey with rich depth, it has a heavenly texture with a fluffy crumb, and the fudgy decadent ganache frosting is the crowning finish.

Of course it's perfect for birthdays and holidays but with its simplicity it also makes an amazing weekend treat.

It will be savored down to the last crumb!

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Sheet pan style chocolate cake shown in a metal 9 by 9-inch baking dish cut into squares and topped with optional icing.

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Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes https://www.cookingclassy.com/molten-chocolate-lava-cakes/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/molten-chocolate-lava-cakes/#comments Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:12:20 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=23068 These Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes are the ultimate decadent dessert! Individual chocolate cakes are baked until soft-set leaving you with a fudgy warm molten chocolate center and a rich brownie-like flavor.

Chocolate lava cake on a serving plate with ice cream on top. Raspberries are shown to the side.

Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake

These dramatic chocolate lava cakes are always an impressive dessert that are perfect for holidays or serving to company.

You'll love that they are surprisingly so easy to make and you don't need to plan extra time for a cake to cool or the extra hassle of preparing frosting.

Serve them warm topped with vanilla ice cream and a little hot fudge sauce for the ultimate flavor pairing, and for show-stopping dessert beauty!

After one taste you'll realize this is truly a magical cake-recipe you definitely want to keep on hand!

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix https://www.cookingclassy.com/hot-chocolate-mix/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/hot-chocolate-mix/#comments Thu, 16 Dec 2021 04:12:20 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=63196 Our favorite Hot Chocolate Mix recipe! It's amazingly chocolatey and tastes a hundred times better than any store-bought mix, plus it's unbelievably easy to make!

Homemade hot chocolate mix in a glass canister with a buffalo check red and black ribbon. A Christmas tree is in the background.

The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

There's nothing quite like a cup of hot cocoa on a blistery winter day! Whether it's after an evening of visiting holiday lights, spending the day skiing, sledding, or playing in the snow hot chocolate is always the answer and the tastiest way to warm up.

This cozy and warm drink is decadently chocolatey, lusciously creamy, and it's made with just 6 ingredients (once you include the milk to prepare it).

It incorporates chocolate in two forms - both bars and cocoa powder for a pure, real deal chocolate flavor!

Then it also has a secret ingredient of malted milk powder. Which is an ingredient commonly found in old fashioned milkshakes.

It's so tasty and the prefect upgrade to this hot cocoa mix recipe. It adds a hint of that unique malted flavor. You can usually find in the baking isle or dry beverages section at the grocery store (another option is to buy it online).

Once you try this homemade hot chocolate mix you'll likely be hooked and will have a hard time going back to any store-bought mix again. We are completely obsessed with it!

If only it could pass for a decent breakfast and we would be tempted to start every morning with it.

Hot chocolate mix shown prepared in a mug with milk and topped with marshmallows.

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