Chocolate chips aren’t just for cookies. These desserts take that familiar favorite and mix it into all kinds of treats, from skillet pies to banana bread and even bacon waffles. Some are made in minutes, others are stuffed with surprises, but all of them bring the rich, sweet bite you’re craving. This is your go-to list for everything chocolate chip when you want something that goes a little further than basic.

Award-Winning Chocolate Chip Cookies

Two thick, gooey Chocolate Chip Desserts bars are stacked on a white plate, with irresistible melted chocolate visible inside.
Award-Winning Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These cookies are soft and chewy in the center with crisp edges that hold their shape. Extra brown sugar adds a deeper flavor, while a mix of milk and semi-sweet chips brings richness. Every bite is warm, melty, and packed with chocolate. It’s a straightforward recipe that tastes like you picked it up from a bakery.
Get the Recipe: Award-Winning Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Two slices of banana bread with visible pieces of walnut and gooey chocolate chips on a white plate—a must-try for lovers of chocolate chip desserts.
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This loaf is moist, sweet, and packed with ripe bananas and pockets of chocolate. It’s the kind of treat you slice thick and go back for seconds. Great warm or cold, and even better with a little butter. Easy to make and hard to stop eating.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

A slice of extra gooey chocolate chip cheesecake with a chocolate cookie crust sits on a white plate, while the rest of this irresistible Chocolate Chip Desserts favorite and a glass of milk appear in the background.
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Rich cheesecake filling meets pockets of chocolate chips in every slice. It’s smooth, slightly tangy, and just sweet enough to keep things balanced. The crust adds a bit of crunch to contrast the creamy texture. A great option for any dessert table.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This quick dessert comes together in minutes with a few pantry staples. It’s soft in the middle with a gooey texture that’s just right when warm. No baking tray needed and no leftovers to worry about. A single-serve treat that hits fast.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug

Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie in a Skillet with Double Chocolate!. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This skillet dessert is loaded with chocolate chips and cocoa for double the flavor. It bakes up thick and soft, with a crisp top that cracks under your spoon. Served warm with ice cream, it’s a big hit straight from the pan. Ideal for sharing, but you don’t have to.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie in a Skillet with Double Chocolate!

Homemade Chocolate Chip Muffins

A white plate with three gooey chocolate chip muffins and scattered chocolate chips sits in front of a black coffee mug on a beige fabric surface.
Homemade Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These muffins bake up fluffy with golden tops and chocolate chips throughout. They’re easy to grab and go, but feel fresh from the oven every time. A good balance between sweet and soft, they’re made for mornings or late-night snacks. Simple and always welcome.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Chocolate Chip Muffins

White Bean Chocolate Chip Cookies – Vegan & Gluten-Free

White Bean Chocolate Chip Cookies – Vegan & Gluten-Free. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

These cookies surprise you with their creamy texture and clean finish. White beans create the base, but you’d never guess they’re in there. The chocolate chips bring the sweetness while keeping it familiar. A clever bake that checks a lot of boxes without sacrificing taste.
Get the Recipe: White Bean Chocolate Chip Cookies – Vegan & Gluten-Free

Oatmeal Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Oatmeal Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: Low Calorie Eating.

These muffins combine hearty oats, sweet banana, and rich chocolate chips. They’re filling without being too heavy, and they keep well for days. The texture is soft with just a bit of chew from the oats. A great one for lunchboxes or a midday bite.
Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Soft cookies wrap around a creamy cheesecake center in this two-in-one dessert. The outside bakes golden brown, while the inside stays rich and cool. Every bite has texture, sweetness, and a little tang. These are a treat that gets attention.
Get the Recipe: Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Blondies

Chocolate chip cookie bars on a cutting board.
Chocolate Chip Blondies. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These bars are thick, rich, and filled with chocolate chips in every square. The texture sits right between a cookie and a brownie, giving you the best of both. They slice clean but stay soft. A go-to dessert when you need something easy to transport and serve.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Blondies

Chocolate Chip Cookies without Brown Sugar

A stack of chocolate chip cookies on a wooden board with a glass of milk nearby.
Chocolate Chip Cookies without Brown Sugar. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

These cookies bake up soft and chewy even without brown sugar. They still have crisp edges and plenty of gooey chocolate in the center. The vanilla comes through a little more, giving them a lighter taste. Great for when you’re low on ingredients but want something sweet fast
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies without Brown Sugar

Image shows a close up of a spoon holding a bite of an Individual Chocolate Chip Cookie with the full cookie in the ramekin behind it.
Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This is a quick single-serving dessert that comes out soft and melty. You just need a few minutes and a microwave-safe mug. The chocolate chips stay gooey, and the cookie stays warm long enough to enjoy right away. No cleanup, no fuss.
Get the Recipe: Microwave Chocolate Chip Cookie

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