15 Best Chocolate Desserts for Mother’s Day

These decadent chocolate sweet treats are sure to put a big smile on mom’s face.

Whether your mom is a fan of the classics or is more into unique sweets, this list has you covered. From chocolate chip cookies and brownies to flourless cakes and even ice cream treats, any of these picks would make the perfect homemade gift or be a showstopper after dinner. 

Decadent Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Two bowls of chocolate mousee.
Photography, Hannah Sunderani

This creamy chocolate mousse is 100% vegan and 100% creamy and delicious, all thanks to the secret ingredient: silken tofu. 

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Chocolate Meringue With Whipped Cream and Rhubarb

Meringue on a plate topped with rhubarb pieces.
Photography, Søren Staun Petersen

The key to this unique meringue is skyr, an Icelandic yogurt-like dairy product that adds an extra richness to this dessert. 

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Ultimate Chocolate Brownies

Five brownie squares on a wooden board.
Photography, Maja Smend

According to baking blogger Florence Stanton, this fudgy chocolate brownie recipe with milk chocolate and white chocolate chunks, is the only one you’ll ever need.

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Torta Tenerina Flourless Chocolate Cake

A chocolate cake topped with powdered sugar with slices missing.
Photography, Kathleen Culver

This Italian cake has a soft centre and a crunchy crust, akin to a brownie. Finish it off by dusting this dessert with powdered sugar or add a dollop of whipped cream.

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Chocolate Banana Cream Pie

A slice of pie with a dark crumb, smooth brown middle layer, and topped with a layer of white cream.
Photography, Jessica Attie

This perfect after-dinner treat is decadent and silky-smooth, with a big bonus: the secret ingredient is instant pudding mix for added ease.

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Decadent Chocolate Bundt Cake

Dark brown bundt cake topped with dripping melted chocolate.
Photography, Kathleen Culver

This bundt cake balances out rich Dutch-process cocoa powder with olive oil, rye flour and coffee, for a heavenly result. 

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Nanaimo Ice Cream Bars

Rectangular bars of cream-coloured ice cream covered in chocolate with bites taken.
Photography, Max Milla

This recipe reimagines the Canadian classic with a yolky custard vanilla ice cream, a crunchy graham/ coconut/almond crust and dark chocolate shell. 

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Dark Chocolate Fondant With Burnt Orange Compote

A thin hazelnut chocolate log decorated with a scoop of sorbet and drops of lemon gel.
Photography, Clinton Hussey

If you’re really looking to impress, try making this fan-favourite dessert from the Michelin Guide recommended Hawksworth restaurant in Vancouver. 

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Chocolate Chestnut Cake

A rectangular cake sliced open to reveal alternating layers of cream and chocolate cake.
Photography, Kathleen Culver

The creamy chestnut mousse perfectly balances the fudgy layers of cake and dark chocolate ganache. 

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Chocolate Raspberry Brownies

A close-up of a pan of brownies sliced into squares.
Photography, Jamie Hodge and Jimmy Jeong

Add raspberries to your classic brownie dessert for a fresh flavour and vibrant touch. 

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Chocolate Shortbread Sandwich Cookies

Three chocolate sandwich cookies stacked on top of each other, with the top one cut in half.
Photography, Pierre Baëlen

This holiday cookie classic is too good not to make year-round. The warm cinnamon and allspice in the dough pairs perfectly with the chocolate cream and coating. 

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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

Chocolate cheesecake topped with an orange and orange slices.
Photography, Kathleen Culver

This dessert is not only rich and layered, but tastes just as good as it looks.

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Homemade Fudgesicles

Four chocolate popsicles stacked atop each other.
Photography, Getty Images

Made with real chocolate, this recipe is an upgraded version of the nostalgic childhood classic.

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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Five chocolate chip cookies on a plate.
Photography, Stacey Brandford

These chocolate chip cookies are perfectly chewy in the centre yet crisp on the outside. Chef’s kiss!

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Chocolate Butter Tarts

Two butter tarts stacked together with chocolate being dripped on top with a spoon.
Photography, Jamie Hodge and Jimmy Jeong

This butter tart recipe from pastry chef and chocolatier Steven Hodge utilizes dark chocolate for an extra rich and satisfying taste. 

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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Fondant Muffins

A pan of chocolate muffins on a table with two cups of tea and a plate with peanuts and chocolate.
Photography, Alison Slattery

The classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter comes together perfectly in this salty-yet-sweet muffin.

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