Celebrate V-day with something sweet and from-scratch! My collection of 25+ Valentine’s Day desserts includes simple and impressive treats for you and your sweetheart.
Valentine’s Day Recipes
If you really want to show your sweetheart how much you care this Valentine’s Day, skip the box of chocolates and make them something from the heart! My collection of Valentine’s Day desserts offers something for everyone, whether you want to impress your partner, show your mom how much you appreciate her, or spoil yourself with some sweet and from-scratch self-love!
I know there are people out there who dread Valentine’s day, but for me, it’s always been the bright spot in a particularly dreary part of winter. I’m not sure how anyone could argue that a holiday focusing on love (complete with pink and red hearts, come on!) and okay, maybe a little chocolate, could be a bad thing.
If this is you, try making yourself a little sweet treat on February 14th, and it might just change your mind about the whole thing. If that doesn’t do the trick, at least you’ll have something tasty to hold you over while you wait for February 15th to roll around 😉
While there are so many excellent recipes to choose from in this list, my chocolate raspberry cake is my top pick! Not only does it pair two of the most popular Valentine’s day flavors by combining chocolate cake with a raspberry filling, but it also makes a perfect celebration dessert. It has a stately look, rich texture and flavor, and can be scaled up or down for everything from Galentine’s get-togethers to a romantic evening for two.
1. Chocolate Raspberry Cake
The perfect Valentine’s Day cake! This recipe perfectly combines chocolate and raspberry into one indulgent dessert.
2. Valentine Cookies
How cute are these? Feel free to mix-up the sprinkles with whatever festive kind you have on hand.
3. Strawberry Cake
With pink cake layers and a red strawberry jam filling, this is one of the most perfect Valentine’s Day desserts!
4. Chocolate Macarons
French macarons take a bit more work than your average dessert, but they are so worth the end result! My double chocolate meringues are a similar (but easier) option.
5. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
A classic Valentine’s Day dessert! Feel free to get as fancy with the decoration as you like.
6. Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Easier, yet just as tasty as their chocolate counterparts, these cheesecake stuffed strawberries are one of my top picks among these Valentine’s Day desserts!
7. Strawberry Brownies
Transform classic brownies into an indulgent chocolate berry dessert! This recipe uses my strawberry frosting for the brightest, freshest strawberry flavor.
8. Triple Chocolate Cake
The ULTIMATE chocolate cake! Warning: this recipe is rich and incredibly delicious. Only certified chocoholics should enjoy 😉
9. Strawberry Rose Ice Cream
Roses aren’t just pretty, they are tasty too! This ice cream incorporates rosewater for a unique and very Valentine’s Day-appropriate dessert.
10. Strawberry Cheesecake
A classic! I also have strawberry cheesecake cookies, if you’d prefer a faster version.
11. Chocolate Blossom Cookies
Hugs and (Hershey’s) kisses will show your Valentine how much you care. These chocolate kiss cookies are one of my personal favorites 🩷
12. Creme Brulee
Fancy, but surprisingly simple! Don’t let the name or technique intimidate you–anyone can make this.
13. Cheesecake Stuffed Cake
Want to spoil your valentine? Make them this incredible cake! I also have an Oreo cheesecake cake and carrot cake cheesecake.
14. Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
These adorable cookies taste best when topped with my favorite cream cheese frosting.
15. Red Velvet Macarons
Go the extra mile for your sweetheart and make these adorable red velvet macarons!
16. Chocolate Cookies
If you like chocolate, these ultimate chocolate cookies are a must-try.
17. Raspberry Cheesecake
I also have no-bake raspberry cheesecake dessert shooters, if you want something a bit easier with a similar flavor!
18. Marry Me Cookies
Pop the question (or inspire your own proposal) with these incredible cookies.
19. Crepe Cake
Something a little different! Top with strawberries and chocolate ganache for the best flavor.
20. Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Nice and easy! I also have a no-bake chocolate cheesecake and a classic chocolate cheesecake.
21. Strawberry Cookies
How pretty are these pink cookies?! No artificial flavors or cake mix needed.
22. Chocolate Pot de Creme
Like a chocolate version of creme brulee, this chocolate pot de creme recipe is indulgent and impressive! I also have a chocolate mousse recipe.
23. Red Velvet Cake
So festive! I have red velvet cupcakes and red velvet cookies too, if you’d prefer to make those.
24. Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes
This recipe pairs my chocolate cupcakes with raspberry buttercream. It’s a winning (and perfect for Valentine’s Day) combination.
25. Chocolate Lava Cake
One of the most popular Valentine’s Day desserts! Also check out my chocolate lava cookies.
26. Eton Mess
This light dessert is gorgeous and so easy too! If you want to get even fancier, make my homemade meringue cookies instead of using store-bought.
27. Chocolate Truffles
Why buy chocolates when you can easily make them at home? I love giving these as gifts!
28. Heart Cookies
These swirled heart cookies are on of the prettiest Valentine’s Day desserts on this list 💗
29. Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza
I also have a chocolate chip dessert pizza, if you’d like to try that version instead (or make one of each!).
30. Flourless Chocolate Cake
Another popular option, flourless chocolate cake is so easy to make at home. And bonus, it’s gluten free!
31. Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
I also have dulce de leche cream cheese brownies, if that’s more your thing!
32. Strawberry Buttercream Candies
Another tasty homemade gift, these buttercream candies taste like the kind in the heart shaped box, but better!
33. Linzer Cookies
With their adorable jammy heart centers, these Linzer cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day.
34. Devil’s Food Cookies
Indulgent and so impressive! Or keep it classic with my Devil’s food cake.
35. Raspberry Chardonnay Trifles
Perfect for a Galentine’s celebration! These adorable trifles taste as good as they look.
Not into Valentine’s Day desserts? How about Valentine’s Day breakfast instead? It’s the perfect excuse to eat chocolate for breakfast!
I suggest my chocolate pancakes (pictured above), chocolate gravy over homemade biscuits, chocolate scones, or a batch of homemade chocolate pop tarts. And if those aren’t enough, I have a few more options for you below.
Enjoy, and happy Valentine’s Day! 💘
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