Chocolate Archives

The Ultimate Millionaire’s Shortbread

by James Morton from How Baking Works

Individual Chocolate Almond Tortes

by Mary McCartney from At My Table

Jewel Box Cake

by Linda Collister from The Great British Bake Off: How to Turn Everyday Bakes into Showstoppers

Chilli Chocolate Cake

by Choccywoccydoodah from Chocolate Cake & Curses

Rocky Road

by Choccywoccydoodah from Chocolate Cake & Curses

Pistachio Marzipan and Raspberry Diamonds

by Molly Bakes from Chocolate

The Violet Butterscotch Blondie

by Claire Ptak from The Violet Bakery Cookbook

Malted Chocolate Cake

by Mary Berry from Mary Berry’s Absolute Favourites

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The Ultimate Millionaire’s Shortbread

Peanut Butter Brownies

Individual Chocolate Almond Tortes

Mille Crêpe Stack

Jewel Box Cake

Chilli Chocolate Cake

Rocky Road

Pistachio Marzipan and Raspberry Diamonds

Churros with Hot Chocolate

Easter Nests

The Violet Butterscotch Blondie

Malted Chocolate Cake

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