72 Nutrient-Dense Recipes For Chocolate Lovers

When it comes to eating chocolate in any form, let’s be honest…

Staring at whatever the chocolate thing is, we’ve all had some sort of inner dialogue that goes…

I’ll just have a bite. But, I could eat something better than this. I really shouldn’t…But I want it SO badly! If I can get through this craving, the craving for raw celery comes next, right?

That’s nonsense! 😛

Done correctly, chocolate treats and desserts can and should be nutrient-dense! Even more nutrient-dense than raw celery! 😉

You should never feel bad for enjoying chocolate… After all, raw cacao is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on Earth! It’s super high in antioxidants, healthy fat, magnesium, and more. In fact, there’s actual science behind why chocolate makes us feel so good!

These nutrient-dense chocolate recipes are chocolate done right! Each recipe is loaded with healthy ingredients. Yet, the ingredients that are usually conventional chocolate’s downfall — refined sugar and processed additives — are happily absent.

Never feel guilty about indulging your chocolate cravings again! Enjoy these 72 nutrient-dense recipes for chocolate lovers!

Chocolate For Breakfast

No-Bake Chocolate-Orange Quinoa Granola

Sometimes you just need a bowl of cereal, right? When that breakfast craving strikes, this nut-free, sugar-free, soaked quinoa granola is your new go-to! Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Grain-Free Chocolate Banana Muffins

These soft, protein-rich, grain free chocolate banana muffins are full of that irresistible chocolate-y banana flavor. They’re super easy to make in the blender and they’re freezer friendly too! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Paleo Chocolate Chip Pancakes

There’s nothing better than a hot stack of grain-free pancakes… unless those pancakes reveal loads of melted chocolate chips! Via TodayInDietzille.com.

Paleo Chocolate Granola

Soaked and dehydrated at a low temperature, this Paleo Chocolate Granola is full of enzymes and antioxidants… and rich chocolate flavor, of course! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Sourdough Chocolate Waffles Recipe

Easy. Digestible. Chocolate. Waffles. Any questions?? Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate Zucchini Muffin Bites In The Instant Pot

These muffin bites are so easy to make in your Instant Pot AND they have hidden veggies that make them extra moist and nutritious! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate For Gulping Or Sipping

Real Food Chai Hot Chocolate

The flavors of chai and chocolate combine in a cozy, comforting cup of cocoa that is sure to warm you from the inside out! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Nourishing White Hot Chocolate

Need a little something different? How about creamy white hot chocolate that’s packed with nourishing gelatin and is totally sugar-free? Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Chocolate Orange Smoothie With Essential Oils

Chocolate + orange = a match made in Heaven! And this little cup of Heaven also has a secret green ingredient that will make your gut extra happy. Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate

No dairy? No problem! We’ve gotcha covered with a frothy Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Instant Pot White Hot Chocolate

The Instant Pot seems limitless, doesn’t it? White hot chocolate… who knew? With 3 special flavor options, you’re sure to find a new favorite! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Dairy-Free Hormone-Balancing Chocolate Malt

There’s no reason chocolate can’t be health food! So, when you need a tasty snack or breakfast that also has hormone-balancing benefits, slurp it down with gusto! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Salted Caramel, Chocolate, & Pecan Shake

Chocolate goes well with so many things… like salted caramel and pecans! This recipe gives you the option to make your shake even more nourishing with add-ins like collagen and maca. Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Chocolate Kefir Smoothie

Speaking of health benefits… I dare you to find a chocolate smoothie with more gut-healing benefits than this! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Healthy Sweet Beet Hot Chocolate

Orange, chai, mint… and now beets! There really is no limit to how versatile chocolate can be! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Lavender White Chocolate Steamer

With relaxing lavender and the feel-good richness of white chocolate, this steamer is warm, comforting, and oh-so satisfying. Via EatBeautiful.net.

CAKE! (& Cupcakes!)

Paleo Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Ganache Frosting

Chocolate cake with chocolate ganache frosting… We really can’t think of anything better! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate Coconut Cupcakes With Whipped Coconut Butter Frosting

Thanks to coconut butter’s healthy fats and the antioxidants in cacao and cacao nibs, these moist cupcakes are perfect for parties, special occasions, or just tonight’s dessert! Via WildlyOrganic.com.

Chocolate Cream Cheese Cake {grain-free|Primal}

What do you do when you make a delicious chocolate cake that’s a little bit ugly? Simply dust the top with cocoa powder! Via EatBeautiful.net.

Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Cake

Allergy-friendly? 6 ingredients? Chocolate? Sign me up! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Grain-Free Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Here’s a healthy version of an old classic, sure to please everyone! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Cake In The Instant Pot

Once again, we see that the Instant Pot really can do almost everything — like pressure cooking perfectly moist chocolate cake! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Sourdough Chocolate Cake

If you have some sourdough starter on hand, you have everything you need to make a moist sourdough chocolate cake. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Moistest Zucchini Cake~ {Paleo, dairy-free, nut-free, coconut-free}

It’s a proven scientific fact that hidden veggies in cake make it better! 😉 Via EatBeautiful.net.

Sourdough Chocolate Raspberry Tea Cake

Chocolate and raspberries are just meant to be. This teacake is sure to be a hit at your next bridal or baby shower! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Healthy Grain Free Chocolate Cake

There’s nothing better than a perfect, moist, Healthy Grain Free Chocolate Cake! This swoon-worthy cake is so easy to make and made with Real Food, Paleo-friendly ingredients. Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Cheesecakes & Pies

Grasshopper Pie {Paleo & dairy-free}

A chocolate cookie crust, light mint filling, and whipped cream on top… that’s grasshopper pie! Via EatBeautiful.net.

No-Bake Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Tart

Chocolate and strawberries shine in this easy, sugar-free, no-bake tart! It’s THM-friendly too! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate Cheesecake Pie (Allergy-Friendly)

If you need an easy, allergy-friendly chocolate pie, this is IT! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake With Probiotic Blueberry Sauce

Once you’ve tried Instant Pot cheesecake, you’ll NEVER go back! It turns out perfectly every time! This rich chocolate cheesecake is topped with a gut-friendly blueberry sauce and has a grain-free chocolate crust, too! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Probiotic & Low-Carb Black-Bottom Raspberry Cheesecake

Because it’s no-bake, this cheesecake retains all the probiotics in cultured cream cheese. There’s not much chocolate — just a thin layer on the bottom is all this keto-friendly raspberry cheesecake needs. Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Orange & Dark Chocolate Cheesecake

Here’s that orange + chocolate combo again. We’ll never get tired of it. Or cheesecake. Or the Instant Pot. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate Cookies & Brownies

Sugar-Free Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Just a dip in the chocolate pool and a sprinkle of fleur de sel is all these grain-free shortbread cookies needed to go from yum to SWOON! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Paleo Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies

There are times in life when only chocolate will do. For those times, you need these double chocolate chunk cookies and a glass of cold milk (or dairy-free milk)! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Paleo White Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

A white chocolate drizzle makes these Paleo cookies extra special! Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Paleo Sweet Beet Chocolate Crinkles

Just when you thought chocolate cookies couldn’t get any better, we add beets and blow your mind! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies

Is it a cookie? A brownie? It’s (very happily) BOTH! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Ooey Gooey Allergy-Friendly Brownies

Cassava flour is the star of these fudgy, allergy-friendly brownies! Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Chewy Chocolate Coconut Cookies

Here’s a cookie that’s oh-so dippable and oh-so good for you! Via TraditonalCookingSchool.com.

Spicy Chocolate Gingersnaps

Have you ever had a chocolate gingersnap? If not, you haven’t lived! SO GOOD! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Grain-Free Cookies ‘n Milk Cups (Paleo, sugar-free, & low-carb!)

It’s a cookie baked into a cup shape, and every bite is filled with milk. Mind. Blown. Via WidlyOrganic.com.

Grain-Free, Nut-Free Salted Caramel Brownies

Brownies with no grains and no nuts, topped with homemade caramel icing and salt? Excuse us while we wipe the drool off our chins! Via WildlyOrganic.com.

Double Chocolate Coconut Butter Cookies

Chocolate x2 and frosted with healthy coconut butter for the win! Via EatBeautiful.net.

Chocolate Candies & Truffles

Allergy-Friendly White Chocolate Peppermint Snowballs

With their powers combined, cacao butter and peppermint essential oil make a pretty tasty no-bake treat! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Raspberry Chocolate Fat Bombs {low-carb, keto-friendly, & vegan!}

When the sugar cravings hit, reach for these keto-friendly fat bombs with bright, fresh raspberries! Via WildyOrganic.com.

Chai Chocolate Truffles

What perfectly festive treats these truffles are for any special occasion! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles

Simple, rich, and beautiful… everything you need in the perfect chocolate truffle! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Dairy-Free Coconut Butter & Walnut Fudge

There’s never been a healthier, more nourishing way to satisfy your tastebuds and your tummy! Via WildlyOrganic.com.

Sea Salt & Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds

Because they’re soaked and dehydrated, these chocolate-covered almonds are super crunchy! A hint of sea salt balances out the sweetness perfectly! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Chocolate Nut Butter Cups

You won’t believe how simple and yummy these nut butter cups are! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Homemade Dark Chocolate Nut Butter Cups

You’ll never guess what superfood is hidden in these über-healthy nut butter cups! Via WildlyOrganic.com.

Healthy Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows

Whoa… homemade peppermint marshmallows dipped in dark chocolate? #winning! Via RecipesToNourish.com. (Find 25+ other homemade marshmallow recipes here!)

No-Bake Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Cookie Bites

You’ll never believe how tasty and simple these cookie bites are! And that bright raspberry flavor with dark chocolate? Perfection! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Superfood White Chocolate Bark

How do you make white chocolate bark even better? By adding tons of superfoods to it! Goji berries, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, and cacao nibs for the win! Via WidlyOranic.com.

Easy Nourishing Chocolate Sunflower Freezer Fudge

Can’t have nut or peanut butter? This freezer fudge uses sunflower seed butter! Yay! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Raw Homemade Chocolates

If you ever thought it was too complicated to make your own chocolates, it’s not! Here’s a temper-free method! Via WildlyOrganic.com.

Homemade Almond Joy Bars (Paleo & Gluten-Free)

If a certain chocolate, coconut, and almond candy strikes your fancy, here’s a way healthier, homemade version that’s better in so many ways. Via WildyOrganic.com.

Valentine’s Day Chocolate Hearts With Tart Cherries

Impress your sweetie this Valentine’s Day with homemade tart cherry and chocolate hearts. This is one box of chocolates that you know exactly what you’re gonna get! Via WidlyOrganic.com.

Easy Raspberry Chocolate Freezer Fudge

Is there anything more fitting for a day of love than fudge with raspberries? We think not! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

No Bake Coconut Snowball Cookies

These No-Bake Coconut Snowball Cookies are loaded with big chocolate flavor and super healthy fats! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Healthy Real Food Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles

Chocolate and peanut butter is right up there with chocolate and some of our other favorite flavors (mint, berries, orange). These bite-sized truffles are one healthfully addicting treat! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Syrups, Sauces, & Frostings

Chocolate Syrup Made with Avocado Oil

Whether you need a chocolate milk fix or an ice cream fix, here’s a chocolate syrup (made with avocado oil!) to make it perfect! Via EatBeautiful.net.

Paleo Chocolate Ganache- Easy & Fast, 5 minutes to make, no cooking!

If you can make decadent ganache in 5 minutes, there’s no excuse not to have it and put it on all the things! Via EatBeautiful.net.

Real Food Chocolate Fudge Sauce

Toss the brown bottle of chocolate-flavored high fructose corn syrup and replace it with THIS! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

Dairy-Free White Chocolate Coffee Creamer

Did someone say “drinkable white chocolate”?? This coffee creamer makes it easier to get out of bed in the morning! Via WidlyOrganic.com.

Chocolate Syrup

There’s no better topping for homemade ice cream than homemade chocolate syrup! Via TraditonalCookingSchool.com.

Puddings

5 Minute Healthy Instant Pot Chocolate Pudding

For packing in lunches, taking on a picnic, or a quick chocolate fix, it doesn’t get any better than chocolate pudding — with no refined sugar, of course! Via RecipesToNourish.com.

No-Jello Chocolate Pudding Cups

Full of healthy fats, these pudding cups are a kid-approved favorite! Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Custard

This custard has all the rich chocolate flavor you crave without the things that might make you sick. Via TraditonalCookingSchool.com.

Frozen Treats

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Pops

So simple, your kids can make these fruity pops topped with chocolate chunks themselves! Via TodayInDietzville.com.

Probiotic Chocolate Ice Cream

Yes! Probiotics do survive the freezer! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Dark Chocolate Crunch Ice Cream

This rich chocolate ice cream with chunks of walnut and chocolate is to. die. for. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.

Are you a chocolate lover? Which nutrient-dense chocolate recipe will you make first?