Here we’ve assembled some chocolate recipes, from the Mayan beverage that got it all started and an adults-only “milkshake” to some easy no-bake treats you can make with the kids. There are some classic go-tos we think every chocolate lover should have, a couple breakfast ideas to sweeten your mornings, and instant pot chicken mole tacos (who doesn’t love tacos?!) and a divine filet to remind you that chocolate isn’t just for desserts.
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![Mayan Hot Chocolate Mayan Hot Chocolate](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15173/download/MAYANHOTCHOCOLATE.jpeg?cb=8c0507a68a0c0c9c6f8e66f657281aa3&w={width}&h={height})
Mayan Hot Chocolate
A modern version of the chocolate concoction that started it all. This spicy warm cocoa drink is a perfect treat on a chilly night. Recipe HERE.
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![Mudslide Mudslide](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15174/download/CHOCOLATEMUDSLIDE.jpeg?cb=1b31e7513021a80365f103223090f354&w={width}&h={height})
Chocolate Mudslide
A boozy chocolate milkshake to indulge the adult sweet tooth. Recipe HERE
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![Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15175/download/QUINOABOWL.jpeg?cb=39608aac872ffd96494f0108fd146026&w={width}&h={height})
Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Add cocoa to this hearty quinoa breakfast bowl topped with fruit for a chocolatey treat. Recipe HERE.
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![Nutella Banana Crepes Nutella Banana Crepes](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15176/download/05BF9B62-0CC3-4434-99EE-A02E5B2205AE.jpeg?cb=c7713503c0da8e387eb0c2867d1e2de4&w={width}&h={height})
Nutella Banana Crepes
A personal favorite. For a lazy Sunday brunch or with a dollop of ice cream for a tasty dessert, chocolate hazelnut spread makes these crepes divine. Recipe HERE.
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![Filet with Chocolate Port Wine Sauce Filet with Chocolate Port Wine Sauce](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15177/download/FILET.jpeg?cb=2d69a4926d5f9566bfe0ec467533cfbd&w={width}&h={height})
Filet with Chocolate Port Wine Sauce
This might just be the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner entrée: tender steak with port wine and chocolate. Decadent & delicious! Recipe HERE.
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![Mole ingredients Mole ingredients](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15178/download/MOLEINGREDIENTS.jpeg?cb=7c3857c46b0d9eeb61824bf56988c6fc&w={width}&h={height})
Shredded Chicken Mole Tacos
This is an easy version of the classic Mexican chocolate mole sauce with chicken prepared in either an Instant Pot or a slow cooker and then used to fill tacos (because who doesn’t love tacos?!) —or however you’d like! Recipe HERE.
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![Blue Ribbon Chocolate Chip Cookies Blue Ribbon Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15179/download/CHOCOLATECHIPCOOKIES_FEB2020.jpeg?cb=9dc08f00fb3ada7a78f7c375cb8f5669&w={width}&h={height})
Blue-Ribbon Chocolate Chip Cookies
Everybody needs a go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe. We think this one is a winner! Recipe HERE.
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![Salted Chocolate Brownies Salted Chocolate Brownies](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15180/download/A45B92D5-ECE9-4C2F-860A-1FC733D638DF.jpeg?cb=c4a7b89922a4bee9c9025dc87d60de75&w={width}&h={height})
Salted Chocolate Brownies
Olive oil, bittersweet chocolate, espresso powder and a sprinkle of fleur de sel set these brownies apart from your traditional mix. Recipe HERE.
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![White chocolate cheesecake with strawberries White chocolate cheesecake with strawberries](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15181/download/CHEESECAKE_FEB2020.jpeg?cb=23dd8dea7636901824e05a428d28f3f9&w={width}&h={height})
No-Bake White Chocolate Cheesecake with Strawberries
We can’t forget about white chocolate - and this no-bake cheesecake with citrus and a strawberry topping is the ideal light dessert. Recipe HERE.
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![Chocolate cake with ganache Chocolate cake with ganache](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15182/download/EE6D5B4E-DC97-4D23-871C-87584F3C5FD2.jpeg?cb=24b8e1da0a495ec5dbd5a8ad604bd423&w={width}&h={height})
Easy Chocolate Cake with Ganache
Craving chocolate cake? Here’s a simple recipe that makes a moist one-layer cake that can be eaten as-is, topped with ganache, or frosted however you’d like. Recipe HERE.
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![Chocolate pecan fudge Chocolate pecan fudge](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15183/download/2A944AC7-3CB3-4F96-A654-1854075CA71A.jpeg?cb=95633252a4439d6fcdf48b6220ea25da&w={width}&h={height})
Microwave Chocolate Pecan Fudge
Chocolate pecan fudge is a great way to use our plentiful Georgia pecans. This fudge recipe uses only 5 ingredients and can be whipped up in the microwave in minutes and served once chilled to set. Recipe HERE.
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![No Bake Eclair Squares No Bake Eclair Squares](https://www.elegantislandliving.net/downloads/15184/download/NOBAKEECLAIR.jpeg?cb=a11d656145fe6ac5534681e08d7783c6&w={width}&h={height})
No-Bake Éclair Squares
Here’s a fun no-bake recipe to make with kids that serves up squares with the flavors of a classic éclair. Recipe HERE.
We hope you try some of these out for your Valentine’s Day culinary endeavors and they find a treasured spot among your favorite recipes. If you’d rather let someone else do the cooking (after all, self-love is important too!), stop by the Market at Sea Island for a grab-and-go dinner. They’ll be making chocolate covered strawberries and chocolate strawberry tarts for the occasion, so even if you didn’t grab a box of chocolates for your love, you won’t miss out on continuing this delectable age-old tradition.