Think Outside the Cookie Jar: 16 Other Ways to Use Chocolate Chips

I always have a half-used bag of chocolate chips hanging out in the pantry, and it turns out they’re good for so much more than cookies. Once I started playing around, I found a bunch of other ways to use chocolate chips that honestly might be even better. Think snack bars, sweet dips, and desserts that come together with zero effort. Trust me—your cookie dough might have some competition.

Chunky Banana And Chocolate Chip Muffins

Two banana chocolate chip muffins on a plate with parchment paper. — Chunky Banana And Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chunky Banana Muffins are filled with pieces of banana instead of mashed bananas, giving them a great texture. A moist and delicious muffin.
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Southern Style Chocolate Chip Biscuits Recipe

Chocolate covered biscuits on a plate with a fork. — Southern Style Chocolate Chip Biscuits Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

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Fluffy Chocolate Chip Biscuits made with butter and buttermilk then dipped in a chocolate glaze. A perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.
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Fudgy Mint Brownies With Mint Chocolate Chips

Chocolate brownies with green candies on a baking sheet. — Fudgy Mint Brownies With Mint Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Fudgy mint brownies with a smooth chocolate glaze—perfect for any chocolate lover! Easy to make with mint chips, peppermint extract, and a touch of espresso.
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Tiger Butter

Triangular pieces of swirled chocolate and peanut butter fudge are arranged closely together, featuring a marbled pattern and creamy, dense texture—perfect for those who love the rich taste of chocolate chips in desserts. — Tiger Butter. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Tiger Butter is an EASY rich and creamy dessert that will melt in your mouth. Just three ingredients to make this fudge like treat.
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Pecan Turtles With Chocolate And Salted Caramel

Clusters of pecans topped with caramel and swirled chocolate, some sprinkled with flaky sea salt, are arranged on parchment paper. One chocolate drop and pecan pieces are scattered around. — Pecan Turtles With Chocolate And Salted Caramel. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Buttery pecans, gooey caramel, and smooth milk chocolate come together in these easy homemade turtles. A sprinkle of sea salt adds a savory twist.
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Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

A pan of chocolate rice krispie squares on parchment paper. — Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars are a little slice of heaven thanks to yummy melted chocolate and creamy peanut butter.
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Hello Dolly Bars (Aka 7 Layer Bars): Easy, Gooey & Irresistible

A close-up of a coconut chocolate bar with a crumbly base, a layer of chocolate, and a toasted coconut topping, set on a textured dark surface. Other similar bars are partially visible in the background. — Hello Dolly Bars (Aka 7 Layer Bars): Easy, Gooey & Irresistible. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These gooey Hello Dolly Bars (aka 7 Layer Bars) are easy to make with chocolate, coconut, and pecans, all baked on a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips

Three colorful funfetti blondies with chocolate chips, made in an 8x8 pan, are stacked on top of each other and surrounded by rainbow sprinkles against a dark background. — Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sprinkle Blondies are an EASY cookie like dessert bar that comes together in just 10 minutes with sprinkles and chocolate chips. Perfect for a summer cookout.
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Two stacked dessert bars with a dense chocolate brownie base and a thick layer of chocolate chip cookie dough on top, perfect for back to school desserts, with scattered chocolate chips in the background. — Brownies With Edible Cookie Dough Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Brownies with cookie dough frosting are like getting two desserts in one. Enjoy a rich fudgy brownie topped with a cookie dough frosting!
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Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream)

A slice of derby pie on a plate. — Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This classic Derby Pie is made with a butter crust and a chocolate and walnut filling. lt’s like a chocolate chip cookie in pie form.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream)

Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

A piece of chocolate cake with a fork on top. — Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Decadent chocolate bread pudding topped with toasted pecans, coconut, and a bourbon-infused sauce.
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Chocolate Black Bottom Cupcakes With Cream Cheese

Black bottom chocolate cupcakes on parchment paper. — Chocolate Black Bottom Cupcakes With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chocolate black bottom cream cheese cupcakes with chocolate chips and a dollop of sweetened cheesecake filling.
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Chocolate Covered Pretzels (So Easy!)

Chocolate Covered Pretzels are a lot easier to make than you think. Customize these for any event with different toppings and enjoy!
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Banana Zucchini Bread With Chocolate Chips

Slices of zucchini banana bread on a rack. — Banana Zucchini Bread With Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

An extra moist quick bread with both bananas and zucchini. It’s a great way to use up overripe bananas and extra zucchini.
Get the Recipe: Banana Zucchini Bread With Chocolate Chips

4-Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Chocolate-covered peanut clusters on a metal tray with a small bowl of salted peanuts—perfect chocolate desserts for Christmas. Some clusters are topped with peanuts and sea salt, with a striped towel partially visible at the tray’s edge. — 4-Ingredient No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Clusters. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Discover the easiest homemade peanut clusters recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Sweet, salty, and crunchy—a treat everyone will love!
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Chocolate Chip Tart With Pecan Pie Filling

Chocolate Chip Tarts are a bite size chocolate chip cookie with a bourbon flavored pecan chocolate filling. Reward yourself for being awesome with this little treat.
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