I’ve rounded up the very best Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes for all skill levels (beginner, intermediate, and advanced) to help you complete your Valentine’s Day with those you love!
Nothing screams Valentine’s Day more to me then a good dessert split of course with those you love. Whether you are celebrating with your sweetie, your family, or maybe a Galentine’s Day with your gal pal’s. My hope is that you will find a dessert meant for you. I have broken down my 85 Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes into drinks, treats, fruits, chocolates, cakes, cookies and more! You can click below to jump to the section you feel most comfortable with or even better, browse through the entire list!
Valentine’s Day Dessert Table of contents
FAQs
Can I prepare these desserts in advance?
Absolutely! Many of these recipes can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to spend more quality time with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Check each recipe for specific make-ahead instructions.
Are there any gluten-free or vegan options?
Yes, we’ve included a variety of dessert recipes suitable for different dietary preferences. Look out for symbols indicating gluten-free, vegan, or other special considerations.
How can I adjust serving sizes for a romantic dinner for two?
Most recipes include serving size information, and you can easily adjust quantities to fit your needs. Additionally, we’ll provide tips on how to scale down recipes without sacrificing flavor.
What are some creative presentation ideas for Valentine’s desserts?
Elevate the presentation of your desserts by adding a romantic touch. We’ll share ideas for garnishes, plating suggestions, and how to use edible flowers or heart-shaped molds for that extra special touch.
Tips and Tricks
- Temperature Matters: Ensure ingredients like butter and eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation and a smoother texture in your desserts.
- Invest in Quality Ingredients: Using high-quality chocolate, vanilla, and other ingredients will significantly enhance the flavor of your desserts.
- Precision in Measurements: Baking is a science. Invest in a good set of measuring cups and spoons, and follow the recipe measurements accurately for the best results.
- Master the Art of Melting Chocolate: Learn the proper techniques for melting chocolate to avoid seizing and achieve a glossy, smooth texture.
- Experiment with Flavors: Don’t be afraid to add a unique twist to classic recipes. A hint of lavender, a splash of liqueur, or a sprinkle of sea salt can elevate your desserts to the next level.
Valentines at Home Ideas
- Setting the Mood: Create a cozy ambiance with soft lighting, romantic music, and perhaps a glass of wine to complement your dessert experience.
- Gift-Worthy Treats: Explore recipes that are not only delicious but also suitable for gifting. We’ll suggest packaging ideas and how to make your treats gift-ready.
- DIY Decorations: Personalize your desserts with DIY decorations. We’ll share simple ideas for creating edible decorations that add a loving touch to your Valentine’s Day sweets.
Get ready to embark on a sweet journey with our 77 Valentine’s Day dessert recipes. From classic indulgences to unique twists, this collection is designed to make your celebration memorable. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let the baking magic begin!
Valentine’s Day Dessert Drink Recipes
You can’t forget the drinks on Valentine’s Day! I have both non-alcohol and alcohol filled libations below. If you happen to have leftover red velvet cake you MUST try my Red Velvet Cake Milkshakes.
Love Potion Drink
This love potion drink is a fun and delicious cocktail recipe that is perfect for Valentines Day. Serve these romantic love potion cocktails for date night!
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Sweetheart Strawberry Milkshake
Grab a couple straws and sip a pretty, pink strawberry milkshake with your sweetheart. Homemade strawberry ice cream and fresh strawberries, along with a dark chocolate drip covered in sprinkles is sure to be Cupid’s
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Red Velvet Cake Milkshakes
Use up leftover red velvet cake, chocolate ice cream and milk to make the most delectable red velvet cake milkshake.
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Cupid Float Valentine’s Day Drink
Cupid floats are a simple Valentine’s Day drink idea that everyone is sure to LOVE!
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Pink Starburst Shots and Cocktails
Pink Starburst Shots and Cocktails taste just like a pink Starburst! They are made with watermelon puckers, vanilla vodka, and sweet and sour
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Lovebug Cocktail
Lovebug Cocktail – A gorgeous and bright Valentine’s Day cocktail! Made with just 3 simple ingredients, it’s great to make for your lovebug!
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Valentine’s Day Pink Hot Chocolate
Valentine’s Day Pink Hot Chocolate is made with strawberries, white chocolate, and warm milk. It’s a delicious treat, and a yummy way to get in more fruit!
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Valentine’s Day Cocktail – Cupid’s Arrow
Whether dating, married or single, this Valentine’s Day cocktail is an excellent option that will add a bit of decadence to your day so be sure to try it!
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Champagne Cocktail
A delicious and beautiful Champagne Cocktail made with juice, liqueur and fresh fruit. Mix and match your favorite flavors to create your perfect drink!
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Chocolate Martini Recipe
Sweet, delicious, and just the right amount of boozy, this easy Chocolate Martini Recipe needs only 3 ingredients: Godiva liqueur, vodka, and half-and-half.
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Sparkling Raspberry Martini
Sparkling Raspberry Martini made with raspberry vodka, LaMarca prosecco, fresh raspberries, and raspberry syrup.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini
A Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini makes the perfect Valentine’s Day cocktail! This creamy drink has fresh strawberry puree, chocolate and strawberry vodka, and a chocolate covered strawberry garnishment. A festive, red sugar sprinkle rim tops
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Red Velvet Martinis
Red Velvet Martinis made with Baileys are like cake in a glass! When thinking of the perfect dessert why not have your cake and drink it too!
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Valentine’s Day: Strawberries and Champagne Margarita
Put a twist on the classic margarita for Valentine’s Day with a strawberries and champagne margarita!
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Valentine’s Day Simple Treat Recipes
If you have kids or maybe just looking for a simple treat to make. I love to let my kids help make my Valentine’s Day Snack Mix. My list of Valentine’s Day Treat Recipes should be everything you need!
Valentine’s Day Snack Mix
Make your little valentine a mix of healthy and sweet snacks all combined in one large bowl to create the ultimate Valentine Snack Mix recipe.
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Sweet & Salty Popcorn Bark Valentines
Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet and salty with our Sweet & Salty Popcorn Bark Valentines – a delightful treat that will make your taste buds dance with joy this Valentine's Day!
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Peanut Butter Cheese Ball Heart
An no bake peanut butter cheese ball shaped like a heart and decorated in sprinkles for Valentine’s Day. Peanut M&Ms are crushed and added to this easy dessert.
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Easy Valentine’s Day Saltine Toffee
You can’t resist the salty + sweet goodness of Valentine’s Day Saltine Toffee! This easy & addictive candy is perfect to celebrate Valentine’s Day!
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Easy Valentine’s Day Bark
For an easy and fun Valentine’s Day treat, make a batch of Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark! This no-bake recipe is perfect for kids or that someone special.
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STRAWBERRY VALENTINE CHEX MIX
Strawberry Valentine Chex Mix is a delicious snack treat that is fun to make and perfectly festive for Valentine’s Day! White chocolate coated Chex Mix cereal with added candies make the perfect sweet treat to share and eat. If you are in love with Valentine’s Day Desserts, find more of our favorite…
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Heart Hug Pretzels | Chelsea’s Messy Apron
4 simple to make and cute Valentine’s Day Treats! Each recipe requires 3 ingredients or less to make! Video tutorial included.
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Cupid Popcorn: Easy Valentine’s Day Recipe and Treat Idea
Need a festive and easy Valentine’s Day recipe? Cupid Popcorn is a fun and delicious treat idea. Make it with your kids to enjoy as a family or bag it up to give as valentine gifts to friends, neighbors or school classmates.
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Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Pretzel Treats
These Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Pretzel Treats are the perfect easy homemade treats for Valentine’s Day! Recipe from thebusybaker.ca!
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Valentine’s Day Oreo Pops
These cute Valentine’s Day Oreo pops take only a few minutes to make, and they make a great classroom treat idea for your friends! My favorite Creative Foodie friends and I have whipped up some
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Valentine’s Day Fruit Recipes
If you love fruit, you’ll love these fruit filled recipes I have either created or found just for you! For an easy berry recipe try my Raspberry Fool, Berry Crostata, or even Individual Cherry Almond Crisps!
Raspberry Fool
Simple, quick, and delicious! This Raspberry Fool recipe is the perfect light summer treat, or honestly great for any time of year. The vibrant colors alone will wow anyone who tries it!
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VALENTINE’S STRAWBERRY PUFF HEARTS
RECIPE VALENTINE’S STRAWBERRY PUFF HEARTS written by @juliarecipes Are you running late for Valentine’s sweet treats, like me? Don’t worry, I got you covered. Oh let me tell you a little story. I love to
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Easy Cherry Mousse Napoleons
Easy Cherry Mousse Napoleons! This gorgeous dessert, consisting of layers of store bought puff pastry and a simple creamy cherry filling, comes together quickly. A fancy fake-out!
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Berry Crostata
Make the delicious semi-homemade Berry Crostata recipe as an easy brunch pastry or weeknight dessert. Seven ingredients is all that it takes and 30 minutes time you'll be dining on an open-faced pie!
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Individual Cherry Almond Crisps
Individual Cherry Almond Crisps are a delicious seasonal summer recipe made with fresh pitted cherries topped with a buttery crisp topping. This delicious dessert recipe comes together in one hours time. Don't forget the ice cream to serve on top of this flavorful dessert crisp!
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Easy Valentine Dessert Shooters
Looking for a light, easy Valentine dessert after a decadent meal? These five minute shooters are a simple, fresh and sweet treat!
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Valentine’s Day Chocolate Recipes
If your Valentine loves chocolate you’ll love over a dozen of these Valentine’s Day Chocolate Recipes. Homemade Dark Chocolate Truffles are a personal favorite. You also can’t go wrong with these Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries!
Dark Chocolate Truffles
Rich decadent Dark Chocolate Truffles seem like they would be difficult to make. In fact, these ganache based chocolate treats are just the opposite. Naturally, gluten free and made up of only 4 ingredients. The rich filling comes together in minutes. The hardest part of the recipe is waiting for the mixture to chill so you can roll them into balls.
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Strawberry & Chocolate Ganache Cookie Cups – The Kitchen Prep Blog
Strawberry & Chocolate Ganache Cookie Cups! Silky chocolate ganache & fresh strawberries make these cookie cups ideal for Valentine’s Day!
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4-Ingredient Nutella Brownies
This easy, family-favorite recipe for 4-ingredient chocolate Nutella brownies makes fudgy, gooey and irresistible brownies in under 30 minutes.
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Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Have a sweet tooth and are in need of a quick dessert? My Brownies with Chocolate Chips recipe is rich, chocolatey, and absolutely delicious. This homemade brownie recipe is easy-to-make, has a rich fudgy middle, and made completely from scratch in less then 45 minutes time.
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Valentine White Chocolate Bark Bites
This heart-shaped dessert is the perfect Valentine’s Day treat! Delicious Valentine White Chocolate Bark Bites are an easy no-bake recipe to celebrate the holiday.
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Valentine’s Day S’mores Recipe
These Valentine S’more Bites are a delicious treat that are super simple to make! These are super easy to make and require only 4 simple ingredients.
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Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Learn how to make perfect chocolate covered strawberries! Learn the tricks for how to melt chocolate & how to dip and decorate strawberries!
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Chocolate & Date Healthy Valentine’s Day Truffles
Only 4 Ingredients! Chocolate & Date Healthy Valentine’s Day Truffles
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Recipe for Peanut Butter Cups
This recipe for Peanut Butter Cups makes great gifts and are super easy to make! Add sprinkles to the tops for a fun holiday treat, wrap them up and give as gifts, or add to the dessert table. Have you ever made Peanut Butter Cups?…
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Easy Valentine’s Day Fudge Recipe
This easy Valentine’s Day Fudge recipe has a creamy white chocolate base that’s studded with sprinkles, and has a hint of sugar cookie.
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Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Sticks
Quick and easy Valentine’s Day treats – heart hot chocolate sticks! These would make a perfect gift for friends, family, neighbors & teachers!
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Valentine’s Day Cookie Recipes
If you love cookies you’ll love all the Valentine’s Day Cookie Recipes I’ve found just for you. My red velvet butter cookies are cake like in texture and adored by my kids. You can’t go wrong with these Conversation Heart Cookie Bars
Heart Shaped Cookie Boxes
Heart-shaped Cookie Boxes are almond-scented sugar cookies stacked to hide a sweet surprise inside. These are perfect for Valentine’s Day, or any special occasion. Valentine’s Day has always been a special holiday since KB and
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Conversation Heart Cookie Bars
Conversation Heart Cookie Bars! A soft, vanilla bean cookie base topped with sweet buttercream. The sweetest way to express yourself this Valentine’s Day!
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Valentine’s Day Cookies
Homemade Valentine’s Day cookies are the best way to show your love. Give someone special a custom heart-shaped cookie and add a personalized message.
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Red Velvet Butter Cookies
If you love red velvet cake you’ll love this recipe for Red Velvet Butter Cookies. Melt in your mouth buttery cookies with all the flavors of red velvet cake.
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3 Ingredients Valentine Crunch Cookies
Only 10 minutes to make these easy chocolate dipped cookies using wafer cookies dipped in chocolate then topped with pretty sprinkles. These treats are so festive and fun! #nobakecookies #valentine
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Heart Cookies
These heart cookies are the ultimate treat for Valentine’s Day! Heart shaped sugar cookies are dipped in dark chocolate and coated in festive sprinkles for snack that’s perfect for classroom parties or that special someone in your life. These cookies are great for packaging up as gifts and can even …
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Valentine Shortbread Cookies
These rich and buttery Valentine Shortbread Cookies are so fun for Valentine’s Day! Simple enough that the kids can help, and so delicious too! Are you excited for Valentine’s Day? It is my favorite holiday! We go all out at my house… I decorate the living room with heart garlands, make a delicious …
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Valentine Cookies
Valentine Cookies are made with a simple sugar cookie base and are dipped in white and dark chocolate and sprinkled with nonpareils (for a great, crunchy texture) or sprinkles. These are the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert!
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Valentine Cookies
These show-stopping pink and white striped Valentine cookies have a touch of sparkle thanks to some pink sanding sugar and make for a perfect treat!
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Red Velvet Sugar Cookies
When it comes to sugar cookie recipes, this one will make you see red, in a good way! Red velvet sugar cookies are perfect any time of year and take only 20 minutes to make. Why Red Velvet? I…
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Baked by Rachel » Marbled Valentine Sugar Cookies
Classic homemade sugar cookies with a fun marbled twist for Valentine’s Day. A festive treat for the entire family!
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Valentine’s Day Cupcake Recipes
If you like cupcakes and want more cupcake ideas. I have over a dozen Valentine’s Day Cupcake Recipes. I personally love my red velvet cheesecake cupcakes!
CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES FOR VALENTINES DAY
These chocolate cupcakes for Valentines are full of real chocolate. Filled with cherry jam and topped with real fresh whipped cream.
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XOXO Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
These XOXO Valentine’s Day Cupcakes are just gorgeous! They’re perfect for a kids Valentine’s Day party or a grown-up soirée too!
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Chocolate Cupcake Recipe with Red Velvet Frosting
Decadent dark Chocolate Cupcake Recipe with Red Velvet Frosting on top! This chocolate cupcake recipe is so rich and moist is pairs perfectly with the red velvet
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Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Chocolate Cupcakes with fresh Strawberry Frosting, these Valentine’s Day Cupcakes are filled with flavor and easy to make.
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Chocolate Valentine’s Heart Cupcakes
No matter how many cute, or fancy, or delicious treats I bake… chocolate cupcakes are always on my list of favorites! Whenever my husband requests a treat to bring into his work, or for a special occasion… it’s almost always chocolate cupcakes! And when you top a delicious chocolate cupcake with ri…
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Easy Dessert Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes
Rich chocolate cherry cupcakes are so fluffy and packed with huge chocolate flavor. This easy dessert is delicately balanced by the tart cherries.
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes
I've always had a soft spot for cheesecake. I can thank my mother for this, she introduced me to cheesecake at a very young age.
Valentine Heart Cupcakes
These Valentine cupcakes are shaped like hearts and covered in white, pink and red frosting. Make these super easy heart shaped treats with this recipe.
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Red Hot Cinnamon Chocolate Cupcakes
Add some spice to your Valentine’s Day celebration with Red Hot Cinnamon Chocolate Cupcakes. These fun and festive chocolate cupcakes have a sweet heat frosting from cinnamon candies, colorful confetti sprinkles and heart cupcake topper.
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Valentine Cupcakes – Preppy Kitchen
These lemon Valentine cupcakes are topped with a delicate, silky raspberry Swiss meringue buttercream roses; a deliciously romantic treat!
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Valentine Heart Cupcakes
These Valentine cupcakes are shaped like hearts and covered in white, pink and red frosting. Make these super easy heart shaped treats with this recipe.
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Valentine’s Day Cake Recipes
Make your Valentine a cake! I found Valentine’s Day Cake Recipes ranging from beginner to advanced! If your Valentine has a dairy allergy make sure you check out my how to pipe canned frosting. Love cheesecake I have both New York Style and Dark Chocolate Cheesecake recipes.
VALENTINE’S CAKE POPS RECIPE
Valentine cake pops are the best way to say your loved ones, how much you care about them! Make these cake pops for Valentine’s Day.
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How to Pipe Canned Frosting
Learn how to pipe canned frosting with my easy hack. Your friends and family will never know the difference and your cake will still look gorgeous!
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Valentine’s Day Cake
This Valentine’s Day Cake with chocolate and strawberry looks like something from a gourmet bakery, but is totally doable at home! Step-by-step video.
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New York Style Cheesecake Recipe
This creamy thick New York Style Cheesecake Recipe comes together with fresh ingredients like eggs, cream cheese, and sugar. The graham cracker crust lends a nice buttery yet crunch to the cake. Worried about cracks forming in your cheesecake? Add a sweet sour cream topping that adds an additional layer of flavor and hides the cracks.
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Valentine Cake
A moist and zingy raspberry cake filled with white chocolate buttercream and covered in a soft pink ombré of Italian meringue buttercream and dotted with delicate hearts.
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Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cake
Chocolate wafers layered between homemade raspberry whipped cream make this Chocolate Raspberry Icebox cake an easy & impressive dessert!
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Molten Lava Cake for Two
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake has a warm gooey center that makes you go weak at the the knees! It’s so easy to make and comes together in less than 20 minutes.
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Valentine’s Day Love Cake with Vanilla Buttercream
Our Valentines Day Cake is absolutely beautiful and super tasty! It’s a triple layer pink and white cake with homemade vanilla frosting on top.
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Dark Chocolate Cheesecake
A decadent Dark Chocolate Cheesecake covered in a layer of dark chocolate ganache. Topped with fresh raspberries and finely grated dark chocolate.
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Raspberry Chocolate Swiss Roll
With raspberry cream filling, chocolate ganache, whipped cream, and fresh berries, this Raspberry Chocolate Swiss Roll is sure to make your Valentine swoon.
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Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cake Tutorial
This Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cake begins with two layers of fudgy moist chocolate cake and smothered in a creamy chocolate frosting, decorated with beautiful buttercream flowers and finished off with heart-shaped sprinkles.
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Turtle Pie
Turtle Pie is a delicious no bake caramel flavored cheesecake topped with more chocolate and caramel for the ultimate easy dessert recipe.
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Easy Valentines Day Cake
You can make this Valentines Day Cake featuring an ombre heart design with these few easy tips. Plus you’ll love this homemade chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream
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Swirl Valentine’s Day Cake!
This delicious cake is so easy to make! It uses a boxed mix that you turn half pink with strawberry Jell-O mix for a swirled cake when you cut into. The frosting is canned you drizzle.
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As we wrap up this Valentine’s Day dessert extravaganza, I hope these 77 sweet creations have added a touch of magic to your celebration of love. Whether you’re savoring the classics or trying your hand at a creative twist, may these indulgent treats become a cherished part of your romantic repertoire. From our kitchen to yours, here’s to a day filled with love, sweetness, and unforgettable moments. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Caroline @ chocolate & carrots
What a great round up! My sweet tooth is going gaga!
Katie
Thanks Caroline! I want to make them ALL!
Meredith in sock monkeys slippers
Wow! That’s an impressive list!
Katie
Thanks Meredith!