These chocolate Valentine's day desserts are a perfectly sweet way to impress your loved one on the most romantic day of the year! Whether you are looking for chocolate-covered strawberries, confections, or pastries, you'll find a few options that will wow your sweetheart. Nothing shows your love and affection more than a homemade chocolate dessert!
Best Valentine's Day Chocolate Recipes
Baking for Valentine's day is the best way to surprise your significant other with a delightful chocolate dessert to share after dinner for two! Don't worry if you are new at baking, these recipes are incredibly easy to make and simple to follow.
I have rounded up a collection of the best Valentine's day chocolate desserts for you to make your day extra sweet. From cake, macaroons, and brownies to the classic chocolate-covered strawberry, I've got your date night covered!
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- Best Valentine's Day Chocolate Recipes
- 1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- 2. Strawberry Swirl Brownies
- 3. Chocolate Raspberry Flourless Cake
- 4. Pink Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- 5. Chocolate Billionaire Candy
- 6. Double Chocolate Banana Bread
- 7. Chocolate Baked Donuts
- 8. Chocolate Frosting Fudge
- 9. Chocolate Revel Bars
- 10. Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispies Treats
- 11. Chocolate Mug Cake (make 2!)
- 12. Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- 13. Mary Berry Chocolate Cupcakes
- 14. Chocolate Blossom Cookies
- 15. Easy Chocolate Cake
- 16. Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake
- 17. Chocolate Macaroons
- ? More Chocolate Desserts
- ? Recipe
If you are wanting to stay in and cook a special dinner too, check out my article on the best Valentine's day dinner ideas!
1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
I bet when you think of Valentine's day, chocolate-covered strawberries come to mind! There is no need to buy expensive ones at the store because they are extremely easy to whip up in just 20 minutes!
This recipe features juicy strawberries that are coated with a shiny melted chocolate mixture and covered with decorative sprinkles!
2. Strawberry Swirl Brownies
Rich fudge chocolate and strawberry jam combine to make these delicious strawberry swirl brownies! If you love making homemade brownies, you have to give my unique recipe a try.
Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla nice cream and pink sprinkles on top!
3. Chocolate Raspberry Flourless Cake
This flourless chocolate cake is the ultimate gluten-free dessert packed full of rich flavor! It has a wonderful balance of fresh raspberries, dark chocolate, and cacao powder.
Plus, it's a beginner-friendly cake that won't disappoint! Top your slices of cake off with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a couple of raspberries.
4. Pink Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
These pink chocolate-covered strawberries are a classic and popular treat to share with the love of your life or a number of friends! They have a smooth white chocolate coating that can be decorated any way you'd like.
It would be extra fun to decorate these strawberries together while enjoying a glass of champagne! All you will need is some fresh strawberries, 10 ounces of white chocolate chips, and some pink food coloring.
5. Chocolate Billionaire Candy
Chocolate billionaire candy is a delicious and incredibly easy confection to make for Valentine's day parties or as a gift to your friends and family! Each bite has a chewy, crunchy, and caramel center with a smooth, rich chocolate coating.
6. Double Chocolate Banana Bread
This double chocolate banana bread is the perfect chocolate Valentine's dessert to start your romantic day off with your sweetheart and kids! Of course, you can enjoy them any time of the day too!
Topped with a chocolate ganache and mini chocolate chips, this banana bread is a chocolate lover's dream!
7. Chocolate Baked Donuts
Is there anything more delicious than a baked donut fresh out of the oven to indulge in the morning? This chocolate-baked donut recipe is a healthier alternative to fried donuts, plus you can skip all of the greasy mess!
You could make the vanilla icing pink by adding a few drops of pink food coloring for fun! Serve with scrambled eggs and bacon for a wonderful start to your Valentine's day!
8. Chocolate Frosting Fudge
Chocolate frosting fudge is a rich, creamy 2-ingredient confection perfect for making in a flash! Plus, you can customize the fudge by adding some holiday-themed Valentine's sprinkles!
You could also make this fudge with strawberry frosting, white chocolate chips, and red sprinkles. It's extremely versatile, so feel free to play around with your favorite flavors!
9. Chocolate Revel Bars
Chocolate revel bars feature a butter oat crust, topped with a chocolate walnut filling and a crumble topping! These dessert bars only require 15 minutes of prep work, then your oven takes over.
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10. Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispies Treats
Chocolate-dipped Rice Krispies treats are a delicious no-bake delicacy that's easy to whip up, light, and appreciated by people of all ages! Whether you are needing a dessert to send with your kid's Valentine's card box or an easy treat to enjoy at home, Rice Krispies treats are always a hit!
Customize by adding Valentine’s decorations, sprinkles, or nonpareils on top of the wet chocolate, then let it all harden for 2 hours at room temperature.
11. Chocolate Mug Cake (make 2!)
Chocolate mug cakes are incredibly quick and easy, moist cakes made in just 2 minutes! There is practically no cleanup to do. All you have to do is whisk the ingredients in a mug and then pop them in the microwave!
For more mug cake ideas, check out my article on the best mug cake recipes!
12. Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
These chocolate crinkle cookies would be a wonderful chocolate Valentine's dessert to make for the whole family! Not only do they taste just like brownies, but they also have an elegant-looking exterior.
The chocolate dough is rolled in both powdered and granulated sugar to make a crispy crinkle while baking in the oven. Anyone who tries this easy dessert is bound to feel extra special on Valentine's day!
13. Mary Berry Chocolate Cupcakes
If you are a fan of Mary Berry's baking recipes, then you will absolutely love these super easy rich chocolate cupcakes! I top them off with a chocolate buttercream frosting, although you could add your favorite frosting.
Plus, these cupcakes are fun to include your little ones! Let them add the final Valentine's day touch with red and pink sprinkles!
14. Chocolate Blossom Cookies
What better cookie to share with your honey than one with a 'kiss'? Chocolate blossom cookies feature a dark chocolate cookie base topped off with a sweet Hershey's kiss! These are the perfect cookies for all of the chocolate lovers out there!
15. Easy Chocolate Cake
This chocolate cake recipe is one of the most simple chocolate Valentine's day desserts out there! All you have to do is combine the ingredients in a mixing bowl, pour them into a 9X13 baking pan, and bake!
Frost the cake with a chocolate ganache topping after it cools. Cut the cake into squares to share with a group of friends!
16. Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake
Cherry chocolate dump cake features layers of sweet and tangy cherry pie filling and chocolate cake mix! Melted butter is poured over the top for an extra level of moisture.
I like to add a dollop of my homemade Chantilly cream for added sweetness! Yum!
17. Chocolate Macaroons
If you and your sweetheart are fans of chocolate and coconut, these delicious chocolate macaroons are a must to share on Valentine's day! They are baked in the traditional Italian macaroon style, low and slow until firm on the outside and soft on the inside.
These chocolate desserts are all perfect to share with your loved one on Valentine's day. Which one are you wanting to make? Leave me a comment down below to let me know!
? More Chocolate Desserts
- Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies - This chocolate chip cookie recipe is incredibly easy to make!
- Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars - These dessert bars feature a cream cheese pie crust topped with chocolate filling and crunchy pecans!
- Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies - If you like chocolate and peppermint, you have to check out these deliciously minty crinkle cookies!
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Drip Cake - This delicious and easy cake is chocolate flavored with peanut butter buttercream!
- Chocolate Frosted Baked Donuts - Any chocolate lover will enjoy these easy homemade baked donuts in the morning!
- Chocolate Nice Cream - This chocolate ice cream is made with ripe bananas blended with cocoa powder!
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Best Chocolate Valentine's Day Desserts: Strawberry Swirl Brownies (+More Sweet Ideas!)
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (melted, cooled - 2 sticks or 16 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil (or preferred cooking oil)
- 1 ? cups sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ? teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.55 oz chocolate bar (optional (milk chocolate or semi-sweet) - grated, up to 2 ounces)
- 1 cup strawberry jam (jam, jelly, or preserves)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly coat or spray a 9x13 baking pan with oil or non-stick spray. Line your pan with parchment paper if desired (for easy removal of the brownies).
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the 1 cup melted butter with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, 1 ? cups granulated sugar, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and ? teaspoon salt.
- Stir to combine, then add the 4 large eggs, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of the optional strong brewed coffee.
- Add the 1 cup each of all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder by sifting them into your bowl of wet ingredients. Fold the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined (do not over-mix the batter).
- Fold in the optional grated chocolate (cut pieces or chocolate chunks work too).
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35-40 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out without wet batter clinging to it. *Your toothpick will have plenty of brownie on it. The brownies will continue to set while cooling.
- Remove the brownies from the oven when done and allow to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before removing to a cooling rack, or slicing and serving.
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Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!
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