Resurrect these recipes! 19 beloved chocolate treats for a vintage Easter

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Ditch the food coloring this year! Dive into this treasure trove of 19 old-school chocolate desserts for Easter. We’re talkin’ rich cakes, creamy puddings, and pure, delicious chocolatey goodness – perfect for a chill and yummy Easter celebration.

Chocolate mousse in mason jars with whipped cream and chocolate chips.
Chocolate Mousse. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Black Bottom Pie

A slice of chocolate cream pie on a plate.
Black Bottom Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all chocoholics! Easter’s coming, and it’s the perfect time to bake Grandma’s Black Bottom Pie. We’re talking a dreamy chocolate layer meeting up with creamy custard (with a hint of rum, shhh!), all topped off with fluffy whipped cream. It’s like a taste of Easter and Grandma’s hugs, all in one delicious slice.
Get the Recipe: Black Bottom Pie

No Bake Brownies

Close up side view of three no bake brownies on white plate.
No Bake Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Level up your Easter dessert game with these No-Bake Brownies! Forget slaving over the oven – these bad boys are rich, fudgy, and ready to chill. They’re perfect for busy peeps (like you!), and way easier than hiding all those eggs. So ditch the heat, whip up a batch, and enjoy a delicious Easter treat!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownies

Chocolate Macaroon Pie

A slice of chocolate coconut pie on a plate.
Chocolate Macaroon Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all coconut fans! Easter’s hopping in, and this year, ditch the boring bunny cake and bake Grandma’s Chocolate Macaroon Pie. It’s basically a giant, delicious macaroon with a chocolatey surprise on the bottom. Plus, no fancy skills required – just mix, bake, and enjoy!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Macaroon Pie

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake

Slice of chocolate cake on heart-shaped plate.
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the carrot stuff this Easter and bake a cake that’s the real MVP: Old-School Chocolate Cake! This ain’t no fancy bakery job, it’s a dense, delicious throwback to Grandma’s kitchen. We’re talkin’ rich, classic chocolate flavor that’s been pleasing folks for ages. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you (and maybe even do a little happy dance).
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake

Grasshopper Pie

A slice of green oreo pie on a plate with a fork.
Grasshopper Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Easter coming up? Skip the usual carrot cake and try our No-Bake Grasshopper Pie! Think Oreo crust, then a minty filling that’s like a springtime breeze. We’re talking all the good stuff: creme de menthe, creme de cacao, and marshmallows. Top it with Cool Whip and BAM! Instant party in your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Grasshopper Pie

Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza

A slice of chocolate chip pizza on a plate.
Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Chocolate chip cookies are awesome, but what about a GIANT Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza?! Easter basket who? This year, ditch the bunny stuff and bake this epic dessert. We’re talkin’ a massive cookie crust loaded with melty chocolate chips and marshmallows. Perfect for sharing (or maybe not ) at Easter potlucks. Plus, way easier than that whole egg hiding thing!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza

Chocolate Milkshake

Chocolate milkshake in clear mug with whipped cream and Oreo cookie on top.
Chocolate Milkshake. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the fancy Easter desserts and whip up a Chocolate Milkshake throwdown! This isn’t your average bunny chow – it’s Grandma’s secret recipe, made with love (and maybe a lil’ ice cream). Just grab your blender and a few goodies, and in no time you’ll be slurpin’ on a cool, creamy masterpiece. Perfect for Easter hangouts or just because.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Milkshake

Low Carb Chocolate Roulade

Low Carb Chocolate Roulade on a dark plates with roses around.
Low Carb Chocolate Roulade. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Easter coming up? Skip the sugar crash and bake a Low-Carb Chocolate Roulade that won’t wreck your jeans! This ain’t your grandma’s recipe – it’s sugar-free, grain-free, and gluten-free, but still tastes amazing. Fluffy chocolate cake rolls around a creamy filling, and the whole thing smells like pure cocoa heaven. Win-win!
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Chocolate Roulade

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate mousse in mason jars with whipped cream and chocolate chips.
Chocolate Mousse. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Easter basket full of candy? Nah, this year we’re talkin’ Chocolate Mousse Madness! This ain’t your average pudding cup – this mousse is rich, creamy, and smoother than a bunny’s fur. It’s topped with fluffy whipped egg whites for a little extra somethin’ somethin’. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress (or at least make everyone fight over the last spoonful), this is the perfect Easter dessert for chocoholics like you!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mousse

Toffee Cookies

Two toffee cookies on white plate with bowl of chocolate chips in background.
Toffee Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the peeps this year and bake some Toffee Crunch Cookies! These bad boys are basically toffee in cookie form, without the whole finger-lickin’ situation. They’re crunchy, buttery, and perfect for munching on all Easter weekend.
Get the Recipe: Toffee Cookies

Chocolate Lush

Slice of chocolate peanut butter lasagna on a plate.
Chocolate Lush. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Forget the carrot cake this Easter! Take a trip down memory lane with our No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Lasagna! This bad boy is a blast from the past, with layers upon layers of pure deliciousness. We’re talkin’ Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter cheesecake, rich chocolate pudding, and a dreamy Cool Whip finish. It’s like all your favorite Easter treats had a party in a pan, guaranteed to bring back the happy food memories and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Lush

Corn Flake Cookies

Corn Flake cookies on white plate.
Corn Flake Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the sugar overload this Easter and bake some throwback Cornflake Cookies! These aren’t fancy, but they’re seriously good. Just 5 ingredients (including chocolate and peanut butter) and zero oven time needed. Perfect for keeping your hands outta the candy basket (or maybe just having a sweet treat on the side).
Get the Recipe: Corn Flake Cookies

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Chocolate zucchini cake with lemon zest.
Chocolate Zucchini Cake. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Easter basket full of sugar bombs? Hard pass. This year, bake a Chocolate Zucchini Cake! We’re ditchin’ the dry carrot cake and goin’ all in on rich chocolate frosting with a hint of lemon. Plus, zucchini sneaks in for some hidden veggies (don’t worry, you won’t even taste it!). This cake is perfect for Easter brunch or whenever you need a choco fix. Win-win!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Four chocolate shortbread cookies on white placemat with clear glass of milk in background.
Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Chocolate cravings hittin’ hard this Easter? We got you covered with these Chocolate Shortbread Cookies! Forget fancy stuff, these are all about the good ol’ days: buttery shortbread and rich chocolate in perfect harmony. Easy-peasy with just 5 ingredients, they’re the perfect Easter treat to whip up and devour (no judgement!).
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Quick Pudding Cookies

Chocolate pudding cookies piled on white plate.
Quick Pudding Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all Easter bakers! Ditch the complicated recipes and whip up a batch of these Vintage Pudding Cookies! These beauties are straight outta Grandma’s kitchen – simple ingredients like Bisquick and instant pudding come together for a soft, delicious treat. Perfect for last-minute Easter potlucks or when you just gotta have somethin’ sweet. Plus, they’re so easy, even the little bunnies can help!
Get the Recipe: Quick Pudding Cookies

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Four jars of chocolate granola on a wooden cutting board.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Party in a Bowl! Skip the sugar crash from all those Easter eggs and whip up this creamy, dreamy pudding instead. It’s got rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter in every spoonful – basically, everything you love about Easter candy, but better! Perfect for sharing (or not ) and way easier than hiding a million eggs.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

3-Ingredient Mint Truffles

A mint truffle in the middle of a broken mint Oreo cookie with green icing.
3-Ingredient Mint Truffles. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Mint Truffle Time, Y’all! Feeling like Easter candy’s a bit too much this year? We got you covered with these 3-ingredient Mint Truffles! They’re basically like Grandma’s recipe, but way easier (don’t tell her!). Perfect little bites of minty goodness to balance out all that chocolate. Easy to make, fun to eat, and gone faster than the Easter egg hunt!
Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Mint Truffles

Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pile of chocolate chip cookies on marble plate with glass of milk in background.
Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Easter candy got you down? Skip the sugar rush and bake some Chocolate Chip Cookies instead! These bad boys are basically the grandma version of Toll House cookies, but even better. We’re talkin’ gooey centers, crispy edges, and all the chocolate chippy goodness you can handle. Plus, they’re way easier on the wallet than that giant Easter bunny! Win-win!
Get the Recipe: Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies

4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies

Pile of Milky Way brownies on light blue plate.
4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Milky Way Brownies whaaaat?! Forget that giant Easter bunny, these brownies are the real deal. Rich chocolate, creamy yogurt, and tons of Milky Way pieces – all in one gooey, delicious pan. Thanks, Grandpa! This 4-ingredient recipe is perfect for last-minute Easter baking (or whenever you need a chocolate fix). Because, let’s be real, Easter eggs are overrated anyway.
Get the Recipe: 4-Ingredient Milky Way Brownies

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