They go way beyond chocolate chip cookies.
Plus, they can also make a sweet addition tobreakfast disheslike pancakes, muffins, and breads.
These recipes showcase that chocolate is the perfect pairing for peanut butter, banana, pumpkin, and more.
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Sometimes I stir it all together while the chocolate is still soft.
Chocolate Cobbler
Not all cobblers feature fruit.
A splash of bourbon makes this chocolaty dessert even more spectacular.
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Chocolate Haystacks
Melted chocolate chips help bind these no-bake treats together.
Round up the kidsthis simple recipe is fun and easy to make with the family.
Oats, coconut, andcrispy rice cerealadd texture and flavor.
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Unsweetened flaked coconut adds texture, and a hint of tropical coconut flavor to these chewy cookies.
These chewy cookies are made withboxed cake mixand a tub of Cool Whip.
Think of them as a combination of chocolate chip cookies and oatmeal cookies, plus a couple of extras.
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Using semisweet chocolate chips ensures that they don’t come out too sweet.
Just check that you follow the instructions for heating the flour so it’s safe to consume.
We won’t tell if you don’t wait for a special occasion to whip one up.
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It comes together quickly so it’s possible for you to enjoy a slice in no time.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars
Chocolate and peanut butter are always a crowd-pleasing duo.
You’ll love these bars even more when you learn there’s no baking involved.
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Trust us, it’s worth the extra time needed to brown and cool the butter.
Plus, they come together in 35 minutes.
They’re covered with layers of whipped topping, chocolate pudding, chocolate syrup, and finally chocolate shavings.
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Mixing chocolate chips into the batter of banana bread before baking is always a good idea in our opinion.
They’re also known as Hello Dolly and Magic Cookie bars.
They’ll be a hit among chocolate lovers.
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Grandma’s Chocolate Drop Cookies
This cookie recipe was made for chocolate lovers and also novice bakers.
They come together from start to finish in just 30 minutes.
Chocolate chips make a stack of pancakes even more delectable.
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Topped with butter and syrup, these should be savored.
They need to cool completely before cutting, so make them well ahead of serving time.
The frosting is made with real mint rather than extract for true mint flavor.
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Everyone will want a heaping helping when they see the chocolate chip topping.
Give them a little time to set up before serving.
Grab a bag of chocolate chips, some nuts, and chocolate melting wafers to make these sweet bites.
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Chocolate chips add an extra dose of chocolate to each bite.
Slow-Cooker Hot Chocolate
Two kinds of chocolate make this an irresistible treat.
Use Dutch-process cocoa powder for deep dark chocolate flavor.
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Dark chocolate chips melt right in and add richness to the drink.
Set this on warm and put out some mugs, marshmallows, and other fun toppings.
Top each slice with fresh raspberries to balance the sweetness.
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Substitute cornflakes, crispy rice cereal, or pretzels for the crunchy chow mein noodles if desired.
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