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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Simple Valentine’s Day Treats to Make You Fall In Love

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 10, 2025, updated February 8, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Valentine's Day is the perfect time to whip up some sweet treats that show your love and creativity. From heart-shaped cookies to chocolate overload, these 23 simple ideas will help you celebrate the day with delicious homemade goodies. Whether you're baking for a partner, friends, or family, these treats are sure to bring smiles and warmth to your celebration.

    Red Velvet Lava Cake

    Red Velvet Lava Cake.
    Photo Credit: Jack Slobodian.

    This red velvet lava cake is a simple and tasty dessert that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. With a warm, gooey chocolate center, it's perfect to enjoy with a scoop of ice cream or some whipped cream.

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    Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

    Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail.

    Homemade chocolates can be a fun way to impress someone special on Valentine's Day. This easy vegan hazelnut truffle recipe is a simple way to create delicious treats without making a big mess.

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    No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Balls

    No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Balls.
    Photo Credit: Occasionally Eggs.

    These chocolate coconut balls are a simple and quick treat inspired by traditional Swedish recipes. Made with oats, coconut, and cocoa powder, they’re perfect for a sweet snack anytime.

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    Molten Chocolate Cake

    Molten Chocolate Cake.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    This Molten Chocolate Cake is a simple dessert that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. It's great for a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or celebrating Valentine's Day.

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    Individual Strawberry Charlotte Cake

    Individual Strawberry Charlotte Cake.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    Individual strawberry charlotte cakes are simple to make and look impressive in a glass. These delightful desserts are perfect for celebrating Valentine's Day.

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    Double Chocolate Olive Oil Brownies

    Double Chocolate Olive Oil Brownies.
    Photo Credit: Occasionally Eggs.

    These dairy-free olive oil brownies are made with coconut sugar, dark chocolate, and spelt flour. They are fudgy, slightly crackly, and really tasty.

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    Valentine’s Day Buttercream Dipping Board

    Valentine’s Day Buttercream Dipping Board.
    Photo Credit: Mom Does Reviews.

    Valentine's Day is a time to show love, and a fun way to do that is with a colorful Buttercream Dipping Board. This dessert is perfect for celebrating the day with something sweet and enjoyable.

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    5-Ingredient Chocolate Coffee Mousse

    5-Ingredient Easy Chocolate Coffee Mousse.
    Photo Credit: My Chef's Apron.

    This chocolate coffee mousse is a simple dessert that only requires 5 ingredients. It's a creamy and delicious treat with a nice touch of coffee flavor.

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    Raspberry Posset

    Raspberry Posset.
    Photo Credit: Flouring Kitchen.

    Raspberry posset is a rich and creamy dessert with a refreshing tartness from the raspberries. With just four simple ingredients, it’s easy to prepare and looks great served in a teacup, making it a lovely treat for any occasion.

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    Dark Chocolate Fudgy Brownies

    Dark Chocolate Fudgy Brownies.
    Photo Credit: Sense & Edibility.

    Dark Chocolate Fudgy Brownies are rich and delicious, made with black cocoa powder. They are topped with two kinds of chocolate ganache, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

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    Fireball Whisky Cinnamon Heart Blondies

    Fireball Whisky Cinnamon Heart Blondies.
    Photo Credit: The Pypers Kitchen.

    Fireball Whisky Cinnamon Heart Blondies are a delightful treat for Valentine’s Day or any day you want something sweet. They’re soft and buttery, with a kick of cinnamon whisky, a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping, and colorful cinnamon heart candies mixed in.

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    Heart Thumbprint Cookies

    Heart Thumbprint Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Deliciously Homecooked.

    These heart-shaped jam cookies combine buttery goodness with sweet jam, perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day or just sharing with loved ones anytime. They’re easy to make and sure to bring a smile to anyone who enjoys them.

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    Valentine M&M Cookies

    Valentine M&M Cookies.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Naptime.

    These Valentine M&M cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate in every bite. They’re simple to make, fun for the occasion, and a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

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    Fresh Strawberry Pie

    Fresh Strawberry Pie.
    Photo Credit: Oh My Food Recipes.

    This fresh strawberry pie with a simple glaze is a classic dessert that everyone loves. It's perfect for summer gatherings and makes a thoughtful gift for special occasions.

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    Heart-Shaped Dulce de Leche Cookie

    Heart-Shaped Dulce de Leche Cookie.
    Photo Credit: A Latin Flair.

    Heart-shaped dulce de leche cookies are soft and buttery, filled with rich dulce de leche and topped with colorful sprinkles. This is a sweet treat for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion to show someone you care.

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    Vegan Chocolate Truffles

    Vegan Chocolate Truffles.
    Photo Credit: Happy Kitchen.

    Vegan Chocolate Truffles are a simple and delicious treat for any special occasion. With just three easy ingredients, these truffles have a rich chocolate flavor and a smooth texture.

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    Dulce de Leche Lava Cakes

    Dulce de Leche Lava Cakes.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates & Chai.

    This individual-sized chocolate and dulce de leche dessert is a real treat. With a rich chocolate cake and a gooey caramel center, it feels like a fancy dessert you’d find at a high-end restaurant.

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    Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

    Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

    Strawberry cheesecake cookies with white chocolate chips are a delightful dessert. They are simple to make and taste great, making them a perfect choice for Valentine's Day.

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    Valentine’s Cookie Cake

    Valentine’s Cookie Cake.
    Photo Credit: Food Exit.

    Valentine’s Cookie Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful dessert that combines the rich taste of red velvet cake with the chewy goodness of a cookie. It's a perfect treat to celebrate the day with something sweet and special.

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    Chocolate Cherry Cake

    Chocolate Cherry Cake.
    Photo Credit: Baked Collective.

    This chocolate cherry cake is soft and tasty, featuring a great mix of sweet-tart cherries and rich chocolate. Topped with whipped cream, cherries, and extra chocolate, it’s a simple one-bowl recipe that’s perfect for a special treat.

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    Raspberry Passion Fruit Gino

    Raspberry white chocolate gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Gino is a popular Swedish dessert featuring baked fruit smothered in white chocolate. It's quick to prepare in under 20 minutes and works well for dinner parties, especially when served warm over vanilla ice cream.

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    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

    A strawberry filled cupcake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These easy Valentine's Day desserts are perfect for celebrating with loved ones. With simple ingredients like vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream, you can whip them up in under an hour.

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    Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

    raspberry white chocolate muffins.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins are a delightful mix of sweet and tart flavors. They are quick to prepare and come out juicy and delicious, topped with melted white chocolate.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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