The 16 Best Chocolate Cake Recipes of All Time

With melty chocolate chunks embedded within, this dessert is a smorgasbord of chocolatey goodness.

Ladies, may we present the Platonic ideal of chocolate cakes. Sometimes simple is just so, so good.

Creamy caramel is the perfect accompaniment to this rich, moist masterpiece.

One of the most decadent confections we’ve encountered in our (thorough) research. Cheat days exist for a reason, right?

Just microwave a few simple ingredients and you’ve got a delicious dessert all to yourself.

Like skillet cookies, but cake. We think we’re in love.

You never have to pick between cookies and cake ever again.

Trust us, this cake is certifiable proof that magic is real.

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Lava has never looked so tasty. Come on, look at those swirls.

Frosting, marshmallows, butter—we’re all the way in.

This looks almost too pretty to eat. Almost.

As if you needed another vehicle to consume Hershey’s bars (hello, s’mores), here’s the delectable treat all done up in a cake.

Serve with ice cream, obviously.

Impress your guests with your ultra-artistic baking skills when you slice into this gorgeous number.

This delicious bite has quinoa in it, meaning it’s definitely, definitely good for you.

Meet your new favorite way to get your morning caffeine. Yes, cake for breakfast is allowed.