As December arrives, even the most careful cooks often crave chocolate. With shorter days and busy holiday schedules, dessert becomes a necessity, not a luxury. According to data from Serious Eats’ MyRecipes tool—where readers save and organize recipes—chocolate dominates dessert preferences.
Here are the chocolate desserts that readers consistently turned to throughout 2025: indulgent, satisfying, and perfect for the season. Whether you need a quick idea or just a reason to melt some chocolate, these options deliver.
The trend shows a clear preference for rich, comforting desserts as the year ends. This isn’t surprising; seasonal affective disorder and increased social gatherings drive many toward familiar pleasures like chocolate. The data also suggests that readers value convenience: recipes they can easily save and revisit.
If you’re looking for a simple, satisfying end to the year, these reader favorites are a great place to start. Chocolate remains the dominant flavor for those seeking comfort and indulgence during the holidays.
