It’s good for your heart–and your tongue. Sometimes it’s even better than flowers and diamonds. It comes in rich, silky, and smooth textures. As soon as it touches your lips, it seductively melts down your throat. Can you guess what delight it might be?

Spotted Dick, Winkles, & Jellied Eels — Delicious Yet Suspicious British Dishes 

Delectable and delicious chocolate! July celebrated “National Chocolate Day” this past weekend and in case you missed out on a tasty treat, we’ve got you covered.

Bake A Cake Or Make A Martini, Milkshake, Or Pancakes! 

Here are some easy to bake and ready to share recipes that can help you indulge in your chocolate fantasies all month long.

Chocolate Lovers Cupcakes

 What you will need: [Recipe Here]
* 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
* 1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 1 large egg
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup fat-free milk
* 3 tablespoons heavy cream
* 1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled
* 2 tablespoons sour cream
* 2/3 cup milk chocolate chips

 

Chocolate Covered Brownie Bites

What you will need: [Recipe Here]
* 2 boxes Pillsbury® Classic Brownie Regular boxed mix (19.5 ounce box)
* 8 – 10 ounces milk chocolate chips
* 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
* 1 teaspoon vanilla
* 1 tablespoon butter

 

Cookies & Cream Brownies

What you will need: [Recipe Here]
* Betty Crocker Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix
* 2 eggs
* 1/2 box of Oreos
* Vanilla
* Crisco
* 1% Milk
* Butter
* Pure Cane Sugar

 

Triple-Threat Chocolate Cookies 

What you will need: [Recipe Here]
[Cookies]
* 10 ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped
* 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks
* 3 large eggs
* 1 cup plus 2 tbsp. sugar
* 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 6 tablespoons flour
* 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1 1/2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
*1 cup finely chopped toasted pecans

[Ganache]
* 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
* 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

 

Chocolate Macaroons with Orange Ganache

 What you will need: [Recipe Here]

[Macaroon]
* 2 cups powdered sugar, divided
* 1 1/4 cups slivered almonds
* 3 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder
* 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons egg whites (from about 3 large eggs), room temperature, whisked to loosen
* 1/4 cup sugar

[Ganache]
* 3 1/2 ounces bittersweet chocolate (do not exceed 61% cacao), finely chopped
* 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2″ cubes
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
* 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
* 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
* Gold dust (optional)