While the supermarket shelves are overflowing with the usual suspects, Leeds is home to a thriving independent chocolate scene that offers something a little more unique for 2026.
From hand-painted artisan bonbons in Stanningley to Royal-approved truffles in the Victoria Quarter, our city is a literal ‘Selection Box’ of confectionery talent.
Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping giant egg, a nostalgic "old-school" dessert flavour, or the viral pistachio-filled bars currently taking social media by storm, you don’t have to travel far to find world-class cocoa.
We’ve rounded up 13 of the very best chocolate shops and boutiques across Leeds and the surrounding areas to help you upgrade your Easter basket this year.
1. Ollie Morris Artisan Chocolates
Ollie is a local hero for those who want their chocolate to look like modern art. These are small-batch, hand-painted bonbons that are almost too pretty to eat. Previous recommendations include his sea salt caramels and the viral 'Dubai-style' pistachio knafeh bars. 🥚 Unit 3A, A B S Business Park, Viaduct Street, Stanningley, LS28 6AU | Provided
2. Lauden Chocolate
Run by a UK Chocolate Master, Lauden is world-class and even supplies British Airways First Class. They are famous for thin-shelled chocolates with intense fruit ganaches. Their Marc de Champagne truffles are a recurring top-tier recommendation. 🥚 Unit D4, Wyther Lane Industrial Estate, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall, LS5 3BT | Simon Hulme
3. Charbonnel Et Walker
This is the ultimate 'posh' choice, holding a Royal Warrant. Tucked in the beautiful Victoria Quarter, they are best known for their Pink Marc de Champagne Truffles. For Easter, their Victorian-style paper eggs filled with chocolates are a beautiful, classic gift. 🥚 19 County Arcade, Victoria Quarter, Leeds, LS1 6BW | Google-Dave Sage
4. The Great Yorkshire Shop
A champion of local independent makers, this shop is the place to find 'Leeds-specific' chocolate gifts you won't see on a supermarket shelf. They have previously been recommended for their Yorkshire-shaped chocolate slabs and locally sourced artisan bars. 🥚 The Concourse, Leeds Corn Exchange, Call Lane, Leeds, LS1 7BR | Gerard Binks
5. Hotel Chocolat
A city centre staple with two main hubs, they are the go-to for their 'Extra Thick' Easter eggs. Their previous hit was the Patisserie Egg, which tastes like different cakes in chocolate form. The Boar Lane site also features a café for chocolate-infused drinks. 🥚55 Boar Lane, Leeds, LS1 5EL (and Trinity Leeds) | Andrew Joss/Google
6. Knoops
The newest "cool" spot on the block, Knoops specialises in the art of "knoopsology"—customising hot chocolate by cocoa percentage. They sell high-quality chocolate flakes and buttons to take home. Their single-origin 72% dark chocolate flakes are a fan favourite. 🥚 26-28 Albion Street, Leeds, LS1 6HX | YEP