Best Southern Chocolate Desserts

Got a sweet tooth for something chocolate? This roundup is packed with rich Southern desserts, from fudgy brownies to creamy chocolate pies, that are sure to hit the spot. These are the chocolate treats I turn to when only the good stuff will do.

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If you’ve got a sweet tooth, chocolate will handle that situation in a hurry. And in my humble opinion, Southern kitchens just do chocolate right. From fudgy brownies to rich, crowd-pleasing pies, these desserts bring big chocolate flavor and that little extra something that makes folks go back for “just one more bite.”

In this list, I’ve got the classics, like Chocolate Pound Cake and Chocolate Chess Pie. Then I dip into those tried-and-true chocolatey desserts such as Homemade Brownies and Chocolate Cake. Chocolate fans will also adore creamy pie options like Easy Oreo Chocolate Pie, Eclair, and Hershey’s Chocolate Bar Pie, each with its own take on silky, chocolatey goodness. And for those who love a peanut butter twist, Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Pie adds a fun balance.

These desserts are perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you want to treat yourself to something downright delicious. Share with others or save it all for yourself. I’m not judging! Y’all enjoy!

Best Southern Chocolate Desserts

Nana's Chocolate Pound Cake

My grandmother knew what she was doing with this Chocolate Pound Cake recipe. Soft and tender with a perfectly crunchy crust, it’s a classic recipe that isn’t too chocolatey.

Homemade Brownies: The Best From Scratch Recipe

This easy, one-bowl recipe for my homemade brownies creates thick, chewy, fudgy brownies everyone will love! This is my favorite from-scratch easy brownie recipe!

Easy Oreo Chocolate Pie

This rich, creamy, fluffy Easy Chocolate Oreo Pie only calls for 5 ingredients and is the quick, easy dessert that your summer needs.

Chocolate Chess Pie

Chocolate Chess Pie is an easy-to-make, decadent, rich dessert recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients, this pie is sure to please everyone at your table.

Best Chocolate Cake

This Best Chocolate Cake recipe is delicious, simple, decadent, and gives you homemade flavor with a cake mix shortcut that no one will know!

Homemade Chocolate Pudding

This recipe for Homemade Chocolate Pudding is the perfect dessert to satisfy that chocolate craving. You won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make this classic dessert from scratc

Hershey's Chocolate Bar Pie

Just a few ingredients and a chill in the fridge—this easy pie is a cool and creamy chocolate dream!

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake

This decadent layered cake is filled with layers of rich chocolate mousse and topped with ganache frosting. Yum!

Buttermilk Chocolate Cake

This decadent Buttermilk Chocolate Cake recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream. It is a rich, moist, dense, and insanely delicious cake anyone can make!

Ultimate Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe for my Ultimate Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies is my all-time favorite! It’s the best combination of chewy, thick, sweet, salty, and produces a huge cookie!

This fudge icing is an amazing and super easy way to dress up a boxed brownie mix!

Fudge Iced Brownies

These ultra-chocolatey brownies are topped with a thick, fudgey icing just like the ones from the school cafeteria!

Chocolate Éclair Cake with missing slice

Pam Walker's Easy Chocolate Eclair

Quick, no-bake Chocolate Eclair with just 5 ingredients! This easy layered dessert is simple to make and so delicious.

Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

If you’re craving a rich, moist, buttery pound cake with a little something extra, this Chocolate Chip Pound Cake is the answer. It’s my classic buttermilk pound cake with a sweet twist—chocolate chips baked into a buttery, tender crumb. Perfect for Sunday supper, holiday gatherings, or just when the craving hits, it’s sure to be a hit at your house every time.