chocolate cake recipes

Sometimes, you just need a REALLY good slice of chocolate cake.

It’s the ultimate comfort food and the perfect way to celebrate just about anything.

But finding the right recipe can be tricky. Should it be rich and fudgy, or light and fluffy? Quick and easy, or a little more special?

That’s why I put together this list of the absolute BEST chocolate cake recipes.

I’ve included something for every mood and every type of baker.

There are simple, one-bowl cakes you can make on a weeknight and more impressive cakes that are perfect for a party.

So, whatever you’re looking for, your new favorite chocolate cake recipe is waiting for you right here.

1. Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

This Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake delivers rich, gooey chocolate goodness in every bite.

With three kinds of chocolate and a soft, warm center, it’s the perfect treat for any chocolate lover.

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2. Chocolate Bundt Cake

Chocolate Bundt Cake

This chocolate bundt cake delivers a rich, moist bite with a deep chocolate flavor that’s hard to resist.

Perfect for dessert lovers, it feels like a cozy treat from the oven—simple, satisfying, and full of chocolate pound cake goodness.

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3. Chocolate Mayonnaise Bundt Cake

Chocolate Mayonnaise Bundt Cake

This Chocolate Mayonnaise Bundt Cake delivers a rich, chocolatey flavor with a light and airy texture that’s impossible to resist.

Made with simple ingredients and a surprising twist, it’s a cozy treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

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4. The Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

The Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

This Best Chocolate Cake is rich, moist, and packed with deep chocolate flavor that every chocolate lover will adore. With a silky buttercream frosting and a hint of coffee for extra depth, it’s a dessert that’s always a crowd-pleaser.

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5. Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes

These chocolate cupcakes are soft, rich, and perfect for any sweet craving. Top them off with a swirl of chocolate frosting for a treat you’ll want to make again and again.

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6. Best Matilda’s Chocolate Cake Recipe – Matilda Cake

Best Matilda's Chocolate Cake Recipe - Matilda Cake

This rich and fudgy Matilda’s chocolate cake recipe is the ultimate treat for fans of the iconic Matilda chocolate cake scene. Easy to make from scratch, it’s a moist, indulgent dessert that brings the movie magic to your kitchen.

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7. Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

These Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes are a sweet treat that brings together rich, moist chocolate cake and a luscious strawberry frosting.

Each cupcake is finished with a chocolate-covered strawberry for a fun, fruity twist that’s perfect for any occasion.

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8. Easy Chocolate Brownie Bundt Cake

Easy Chocolate Brownie Bundt Cake

This Easy Chocolate Brownie Bundt Cake brings rich, fudgy brownie goodness into a show-stopping cake form. Perfect for dessert lovers, it’s a simple treat packed with chocolate flavor and a tender, moist crumb.

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9. Mini Chocolate Bundt Cake Sundaes with Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce

Mini Chocolate Bundt Cake Sundaes with Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce

These mini chocolate bundt cake sundaes are a delightful treat that bring joy with every bite.

Enjoy rich, moist cake slices topped with a smooth homemade hot fudge sauce and a scoop of ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.

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10. Chocolate Peppermint Cake

Chocolate Peppermint Cake

This chocolate peppermint cake is a festive favorite, packed with rich chocolate and a hint of mint.

Perfect for the holidays, it’s topped with a silky Italian buttercream and sprinkled with crushed peppermint for a sweet, refreshing touch.

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11. Chocolate Blueberry Cake Recipe with Easy Frosting

Chocolate Blueberry Cake Recipe with Easy Frosting

This chocolate blueberry cake recipe delivers rich, moist chocolate layers bursting with fresh blueberries and a sweet blueberry buttercream frosting. Perfect for berry lovers and chocolate fans alike, it’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.

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12. Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake with Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake with Chocolate Ganache

This Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake is rich, moist, and totally irresistible, thanks to the perfect blend of sour cream and olive oil. Topped with a smooth chocolate ganache made with both semi-sweet and milk chocolate, it’s a show-stopping dessert that’s easier to make than you’d think.

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13. Ina Garten’s Chocolate Cake

Ina Garten's Chocolate Cake

Ina Garten’s Chocolate Cake is a rich and tender treat that’s perfect for any celebration.

It’s topped with a smooth chocolate buttercream frosting and a sprinkle of Chocolate Crispearls for a touch of flair.

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14. Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

This Chocolate Tres Leches Cake is rich, moist, and totally irresistible — made with a chocolate base and soaked in three milks for a deeply flavorful twist.

Top it off with creamy chocolate whipped cream and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips for the perfect sweet finish.

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15. German Chocolate Cake

German Chocolate Cake

This German chocolate cake is rich, moist, and topped with a sweet coconut pecan frosting that everyone will love.

Perfect for birthdays or any special occasion, it’s a classic treat made with simple ingredients and full of flavor.

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16. Flourless chocolate cake

Flourless chocolate cake

This flourless chocolate cake delivers a rich, fudgy bite that chocolate lovers will adore.

Perfectly smooth and made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s a gluten-free chocolate dessert that’s easy to make and even better to enjoy.

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17. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake is rich, moist, and packed with the bold flavor of chocolate and creamy peanut butter.

It’s the perfect treat for anyone who loves a sweet, satisfying dessert with a deliciously decadent twist.

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18. Death By Chocolate Poke Cake

Death By Chocolate Poke Cake

This Death By Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich, fudgy treat made with just a box cake mix and loaded with chocolate goodness.

Every bite is packed with layers of chocolatey filling and a creamy homemade chocolate whipped topping.

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19. Mississippi Mud Cake

Mississippi Mud Cake

This Mississippi mud cake is rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate goodness—perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.

It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to become a favorite at your next gathering.

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20. Chocolate Coconut Cake

Chocolate Coconut Cake

This chocolate coconut cake is a rich, moist treat with layers of chocolate cake and a swirl of sweet coconut sauce. Topped with smooth chocolate frosting, it’s a simple yet indulgent dessert that brings a tropical twist to your favorite chocolate cake.

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21. Crockpot Lava Cake

Crockpot Lava Cake

Crockpot Lava Cake delivers rich, gooey chocolate goodness with zero fuss. Just throw it in your slow cooker and let the magic happen—perfect for chocolate lovers.

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22. S’mores Cake

S'mores Cake

This S’mores Cake is a fun twist on a classic favorite, packed with rich chocolate and crisp graham cracker crumbs.

It’s fluffy, sweet, and topped with homemade marshmallow fluff—perfect for birthdays or any treat night.

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23. Keto Chocolate Cake Bars with Cheesecake Topping

Keto Chocolate Cake Bars with Cheesecake Topping

These keto chocolate cake bars are rich, fudgy, and totally satisfying—perfect for anyone craving dessert without the carbs. With a creamy cheesecake topping and melty chocolate chunks, they’re a crowd-pleaser that’s both delicious and guilt-free.

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24. Earthquake Cake

Earthquake Cake

This Earthquake Cake is a rich chocolate cake packed with coconut, pecans, cream cheese, and chocolate chips. It’s moist, decadent, and always a hit at gatherings.

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