Valentine's day is the time for sharing and enjoying decadent desserts and a romantic meal! If you don't know what to make for Valentine's, get inspired and try these homemade Valentine's day treats. Choose from these easy dessert recipes like cookies, cupcakes, brownies, cheesecakes, and more!
Valentine’s day is approaching, and you may want to make something for your special someone.
I honestly think Valentine's day should be celebrated any day you want to celebrate with your loved ones or even on date night.
Or even with your family. These recipes can show your appreciation for your loved ones. So you are in the right place! You'll find chocolate and strawberry-flavored desserts, plus red-colored and heart-shaped desserts perfect for this holiday.
I have gathered a collection of easy dessert recipes you can make at home on this special day or any day.
Hope you enjoy them.
I have categorized the collection by dessert type, so you can easily select your favorite.
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Cheesecake Recipe Ideas
A couple of cheesecake recipes you can share or make with your special someone. One made in the Instant Pot and no-bake recipes.
Instant Pot Mini Cheesecakes
These mini cheesecakes are the perfect dessert for Valentine's Day ❤️. Impress your loved ones with one and add the flavor you know they will enjoy.
Photo and recipe from Nashi Food.
No-bake Chocolate Ricotta Cheesecake
This no-bake chocolate ricotta cheesecake is the perfect easy creamy dessert when you don't have cream cheese. The great part is that it does not need an oven.
Photo and recipe from Combine Good Flavors.
Biscoff Cheesecake
Try this classic cheesecake made with Biscoff cookies which add a buttery flavor with a hit of gingerbread.
Photo and recipe from Vanilla Bean Cuisine.
Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake Bars
Enjoy making these cheesecake bars into heart shapes for a cute Valentine’s Day Treat! If you love Oreos, this recipe is for you.
Photo and recipe from Whitney Bond.
Cheesecake in a Jar (No-Bake)
Another different flavored cheesecake, this time using figs. It's super easy to make and no baking is required.
Photo and recipe from Combine Good Flavors.
🍫 Brownie Recipe Ideas
These are for chocolate lovers! Valentine's day is always good to eat something with chocolate.
Oat Flour Fudgy Brownies
These brownies are made with oat flour and two kinds of chocolate to amplify that flavor. You can add walnuts for some texture.
Photo and recipe from Nashi Food.
Sweetheart Brownies
Surprise your loved one with these sweet brownies! They are perfect for any occasion, and you can use any cookie cutter that you prefer.
Photo and recipe from Kathryn's Kitchen .
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies
These chocolate-covered strawberry brownies are a way easier way to enjoy a classic, decadent treat! A perfect flavor combination, strawberries, and chocolate.
Photo and recipe from Collen Christensen Nutrition.
Caramel Pecan Brownie Geometric Hearts
Impress the one you love with these geometric heart brownies! They are highly customizable, taste and color of the heart. Make these for your next Valentine's day dessert.
Photo and recipe from Windy City Baker.
🍨 Pudding Recipe Ideas
If you love puddings, these 3 different flavors, including raspberry and Latin flavor profiles, or for chocolate lovers. You can choose your favorite or make all 3.
Easy Double Raspberry Mousse Cups
If you like berries, your will love this Raspberry Mousse! Quick to make, this mousse recipe is the perfect light dinner party dessert idea to try for Valentine's Day.
Photo and recipe from A Baking Journey.
Easy Chocolate Pudding
A Chocolate Pudding that is deeply dark, rich, and delicious!
Photo and recipe from Marcellina In Cucina.
Mexican Rice Pudding
Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz Con Leche) is a delicious, creamy gluten-free dessert recipe made easily with milk, rice, and aromatic spices. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Photo and recipe from 24Bite® Recipes.
🍓 Dessert with Fruit Recipe Ideas
Also, if you prefer desserts with fruits, I got you covered. Some have chocolate as well.
Red, White & Blue Berry Bake With White Chocolate
This easy to make berry bake is filled with bananas, strawberries, and blueberries and topped with white chocolate for a delicious dessert. Serve over vanilla ice cream for the ultimate, indulgent experience.
Photo and recipe from Always use Butter.
Pink Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Pink chocolate covered strawberries are an easy, make-ahead treat that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day dessert. Bright strawberries are dipped in decadent pink chocolate, then chilled until set.
Photo and recipe from The Gay Globetrotter.
2 Ingredient Chocolate Fruit Truffles
You can have it easier than this one. These chocolate fruit truffles are super tasty and need only 2 ingredients to make.
Photo and recipe from Live Eat Learn.
Strawberry Parfait with Mascarpone Creme
This parfait is easy to make and has a perfect flavor combination. The strawberries with the mascarpone cream and the texture of the biscoff cookies make it an elegant dessert.
Photo and recipe from Vanilla Bean Cuisine.
🍪 Cookie Recipe Ideas
Cookies are always good alternatives; you can share them with the rest of the family or even make them for work.
Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies
If you want a quick and easy treat on Valentine’s Day, this is the treat for you! Strawberry cake mix and sprinkles make these cookies extra special!
Photo and recipe from Kathryn’s Kitchen.
Heart Biscuits
Heart-shaped biscuits are a must on Valentine's day. Give these a try with fancy fondant decoration.
Photo and recipe from A Mummy Too.
Chocolate Covered Oreos
These Chocolate Covered Oreos are a decadent and delightful treat perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any holiday. Affordable and so easy to make that the kids can get in on the action.
Photo and recipe from Recipes from a Pantry.
Conversation Heart Sugar Cookies
Make these cute cookies with love messages to show your loved one how much you care.
Photo and recipe from Windy City Baker.
Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Another valentine's flavor is strawberry, so you can enjoy these shortbread cookies. Made in one bowl.
Photo and recipe from Vanilla Bean Cuisine.
🍰 Cake Recipe Ideas
Cakes with a red and white color scheme are perfect for Valentine’s day. Or you can select your traditional chocolate flavor. Even an icebox one, you choose your favorite one or make all of them 🙂
Easy Tres Leches Cake
This easy Tres Leches Cake is one of the most delicious and moist desserts you can prepare, even for special events.
Photo and recipe from Dani's Cookings.
No-Bake Chocolate Truffle Cake
When you need an impressive and beautiful dessert in a hurry, you won't believe how quick, easy, and impressive this 10-minute chocolate truffle cake is.
Photo and recipe from Scrummy Lane.
Molten Chocolate Cake
The molten chocolate cake recipe is Valentine's classic dessert. Individual chocolate lava cakes with warm chocolate fudge inside.
Photo and recipe from I Heart Eating.
Vintage Strawberry Cake
Vintage Strawberry Cake is rich, dense, and packed full of fresh strawberries from top to bottom. But the strawberry cream cheese icing steals the show!
Photo and recipe from Quiche my Grits.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
Strawberries, cream, and dulce de leche come together in this unforgettable recipe. It's ridiculously easy to put together and such a crowd-pleaser!
Photo and recipe from Vintage Kitchen.
Red Velvet Cake Pops
Red velvet cake pops are a delicious treat. You can add all your favorite decorations for this special day.
Photo and recipe from Keeping it Relle.
Almond Flour Chocolate Cake
This decadent chocolate cake is made with almond flour, it's easy to make, and you can even freeze it for later! Enjoy this chocolate dessert with your favorite person.
Photo and recipe from Vanilla Bean Cuisine.
🧁 Cupcake Recipe Ideas
If you prefer making valentine's cupcakes, here is a list that includes a vegan option you can try for a change.
Red Velvet Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting
Red Velvet Cupcakes made with cream cheese frosting with a subtle chocolate flavor. You can make these with your loved ones!
Photo and recipe from Vegan Huggs.
Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins
These Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins are done with just 10 minutes of prep. They come out juicy, delicious, and not too sweet - with chunks of white chocolate melted on top.
Photo and recipe from Always use Butter.
Dark Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes
If you are a dark chocolate fan, then these dark chocolate cherry cupcakes are for you. They are decadent and delicious - the perfect sweet way to end Valentine's Meal!
Photo and recipe from Emma Eats & Explores.
🍬 Truffles and Fudge Recipe Ideas
Truffles and fudges to satisfy your sweet cravings. The best part of eating truffles and fudges is that a couple won't hurt since they are small. Also, they are easy and quick to make.
Easy Valentine’s Day Chocolate Truffles
Create an easy Valentine treat to delight your sweetheart with just 5 basic ingredients. These homemade chocolate truffles say, “You’re special to me,” without being complicated.
Photo and recipe from Savoring Today.
Vegan White Chocolate Truffles
Another vegan option is these White Chocolate Truffles, which are velvety, creamy, and perfectly sweet! You won't guess the main ingredient.
Photo and recipe from Rhian's Recipes.
Pink Champagne Chocolate Nama Truffles
These gorgeous, velvety, decadent Champagne pink chocolate truffles are made in little squares of goodness. They are easier and faster to make than regular truffles.
Photo and recipe from Like Hot Keto.
White Chocolate Fudge
Make creamy, smooth, delicious White Chocolate Fudge with just 4 ingredients and a few minutes of effort. It’s the perfect recipe for the holiday season and a great edible gift for Valentine’s Day, or any other special occasion.
Photo and recipe from Recipes from a Pantry.
Chocolate Brigadeiro Recipe
These Brazilian brigadeiros are quick and easy chocolate fudge bails perfect for celebrating Valentine's day. They are rich, fudgy, and quite delicious. It's love at first bite!
Photo and recipe from Easy and Delish.
Puff Pastry Recipe Ideas
If you want to make something different, try these desserts with puff pastry.
Cream Puffs With Raspberry Whipped Cream
Easy puff pastry cream puffs and homemade raspberry whipped cream come together in this perfect valentine's day dessert. This recipe is fast, simple, elegant and fun.
Photo and recipe from Beeyond Cereal.
Raspberry Puff Pastry Tarts With Lemon Cream Cheese
Buttery, flaky puff pastry with lemon zest infused cream cheese filling, all topped with juicy, fresh raspberries and baked to golden perfection!
Photo and recipe from Savor with Jennifer.
Easy Cream Puff Dessert
Another cream puff option with a vanilla filling and homemade puff pastry crust. It’s a seriously impressive but straightforward make-ahead dessert.
Photo and recipe from Valerie's Kitchen.
🥧 Tart Recipe Ideas
Or if you prefer tarts, here are a couple of choices to select from, they also have fruits.
Chocolate Raspberry Tart
A luscious chocolate tart studded with raspberries, this recipe is intense and delicious and such a crowd-pleaser! It is sophisticated enough to serve at a dinner party but can also be made into individual tartlets.
Photo and recipe from Vintage Kitchen.
Mini Lemon Meringue Tarts
These mini Lemon Meringue Tarts are made with a shortlist of ingredients. These are SUPER easy to make with a step-by-step tutorial.
Photo and recipe from Went Here 8 This.
Chilean Strawberry Kuchen ~ Cream Tart
This show stopper Chilean dessert looks complicated, but it's just layers of pastry cream and fresh berries layered on a cookie crust. Bake & chill, then enjoy all the layers!
Photo and recipe from Global Kitchen Travels.
🍮 Flan Recipe Ideas
Or if a custard is your favorite dessert, try any of these flan recipes.
Flan De Queso
Flan de queso is a delicious flan made with cream cheese and traditional caramel sauce. Simply delicious!
Photo and recipe from I Heart Eating.
Pumpkin Flan
I know we may not be in pumpkin season, but this one is a favorite in my book and applies to Valentine's day too. Make this delicious pumpkin flan for your loved one!
Photo and recipe from Nashi Food.
Cuban Flan
Not all flans are the same! A Cuban flan is creamier and more decadent than in other countries and with rich creme caramel, it is the perfect ending to a meal.
Photo and recipe from Bacon is Magic.
If you tried any of these Valentine's Day easy dessert recipes, please rate the recipes and leave a comment on the recipe page!
I love knowing about your cooking experience. In the comments below, let me know which recipe you want to make next!
paula.codes
Wow! Thanks for sharing this! So many great recommendations and I can't choose!🙈 Might have to go for that chocolate truffle cake because my other half is obsessed with anything chocolate related🤩
Mirlene
I will never say no to truffles. You have so many great choices to choose from. Thank you so much for this list. I cannot wait to try some of these delicious recipes.
Cara Campbell
There are so many dishes on here I can't wat to try...especially the easy cream puff dessert - what a great idea!
Carrie Robinson
I am loving all of these! So perfect for Valentine's Day. 🙂
Caitlin
Such a tasty list! Can't wait to make a couple of these for Valentine's Day!
Kechi
I love all the options, really fabulous Valentine's Day ideas!
Emily Krill
How can I have never thought of pumpkin flan before? Thanks so much for the good idea!