Hello Everyone! I picked Easy Valentine’s Day Desserts to bring sweet, effortless recipes you can love and share today easily.
I love sharing easy desserts. You’ll find simple, romantic ideas here. I curated these twelve recipes after testing each for flavor, simplicity, and presentation so you can create memorable Valentine’s moments without stress, in under an hour total.
Tips to consider
- Match recipes to your available time and equipment.
- Use the best chocolate and ripe fruit you can find.
- Prep components ahead to relax on the day.
- Serve bite-sized portions for variety.
- Label allergens when sharing with guests.
Raspberry Parfaits (5-Minute Valentine’s Dessert)
I love how the layers look pretty in clear glasses and come together in minutes—choose these for last-minute romance.
Ingredients
- Angel food cake (cubed)
- Raspberry jam or preserves
- Fresh raspberries
- Whipped cream
- Fresh mint (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: foxeslovelemons.com
Heart-Shaped Cut-Out Sugar Cookies (Soft Sugar Cookies)
Soft, buttery cookies that are fun to cut and decorate—pick these when you want a hands-on, giftable treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: sallysbakingaddiction.com
Chocolate Covered Strawberries (Quick & Easy)
Timeless and elegant—great when you want maximum romance with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries
- Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 tsp vegetable or coconut oil (optional)
- Extra melted chocolate for drizzling (optional)
- Toppings (sprinkles, nuts) (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: chocolatecoveredkatie.com
Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Skewers (Dairy-Free)
Fun to serve and allergy-friendly—choose this when you want a dairy-free, shareable presentation.
Ingredients
- Strawberries
- Dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped dairy-free chocolate
- Coconut oil (optional)
- Sprinkles/toppings (optional)
- Skewers or sticksImage Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: strengthandsunshine.com
Chocolate Strawberry Bark (4 Ingredients)
Visually striking and easy—great for sharing and gifting.
Ingredients
- 12–15 medium strawberries (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 10 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oilImage Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: pinchmegood.com
Basic Chocolate Truffles
Luxurious and gift-ready—make these when you want a refined homemade chocolate.
Ingredients
- 12 oz bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder / powdered sugar / chopped nuts (for rolling) (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: allrecipes.com
No-Bake Cheesecake
Creamy, make-ahead, and comforting—perfect when you want a showstopper without using the oven.
Ingredients
- Digestive biscuits or plain cookies (crushed)
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Brown sugar (optional)
- Unflavored gelatin powder
- Cold water
- Heavy/whipping cream (cold)
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Caster/superfine sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: recipetineats.com
Chocolate Mousse
Silky and elegant—serve in small glasses for a romantic finish to dinner.
Ingredients
- Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs (separated)
- Sugar
- Cream of tartar
- Heavy cream
- Vanilla extractImage Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: onceuponachef.com
Naturally Sweetened Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Decadent yet refined and refined-sugar free—ideal for plant-based guests.
Ingredients
- Medjool dates
- Full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream
- Cocoa powder
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Espresso powder (optional)
- Melted dark chocolate (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: minimalistbaker.com
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Bold, festive, and camera-ready—choose these for a playful Valentine’s cookie.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Baking powder & baking soda
- Salt
- Butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Red food coloring
- Powdered sugar (for rolling)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: delish.com
Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Soft cupcakes with tangy frosting—great for parties or boxed gifts.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Red food coloring
- Vanilla extract
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Cream cheese (for frosting)
- Powdered sugar (for frosting)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: browneyedbaker.com
Brownie Heart Bites
Fudgy, heart-shaped, and perfectly portioned—choose these for chocolate lovers and cute presentation.
Ingredients
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Salt
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Plain whole milk yogurt (optional)
- Powdered sugar (optional)Image Credit & Full Recipe Instructions: stonyfield.com
I hope one (or three) of these Easy Valentine’s Day Desserts makes your celebration sweeter and simpler — enjoy the baking, the sharing, and the smiles.
