30+ Best Valentine’s Day Recipes

These Valentine’s Day recipes are perfect for date nights or potlucks – make everything from sweet treats to indulgent entrées.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to make something a little extra special. Whether you’re cooking for a date night in, get togethers with friends, or just treating yourself, these recipes make it easy to celebrate with really good food.

Why you’ll love these recipes

• Easy but impressive: These Valentine’s Day recipes look special and feel restaurant-worthy without complicated steps or stress.
• Something for every craving: From cozy dinners and shareable mains to chocolate desserts and sweet treats, there’s an option for every taste and need.
• Indulgent and lighter choices: You’ll find classic Valentine’s Day favourites alongside a few healthier recipes. Don’t skip the more balanced options at the end!

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Valentine’s Day Recipes

Valentine’s Day has always been one of my favourites. I love any excuse to lean into the fun of it, think cozy vibes, cute red and pink details, and an excuse to make something a little more special than usual.

This roundup includes my go-to Valentine’s Day recipes, from cozy dinners and shareable mains to festive desserts, and fun cocktails. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a Galentine’s night, or a special moment for yourself, you’ll find plenty of ideas here.

Looking ahead? Be sure to check out my St. Patrick’s Day green recipes for more festive meal ideas.

Valentine’s Day Cookie Recipes

Sugar and spice and everything nice – these cute cookies are way better than the dry ones you buy from the grocery store. Whip up a batch for that special someone!

Gluten Free Conversation Heart Cookies via What the Fork

These gluten free conversation heart cookies are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat. There’s also an easy video tutorial so you can see just how easy it is to decorate them!

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Heart Cookies via Sugar Spun Run

Simple sugar cookies with a pretty pink marbled glaze, these heart cookies would be a sweet Valentine’s Day treat or gift.

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Big Chocolate M&M Valentine’s Day Cookies via The Salty Marshmallow

These big cookies are a chocolate lovers dream! Super fudgy cookies that are soft and chocolatey in the middle and packed full of Valentine’s Day M&M candies! Hey guys!

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Romantic Dinner Recipes

Forget the noisy restaurant – cook an indulgent meal at home together. These dinner recipes plus some candles and music… it’ll be your most romantic date night yet!

Creamiest Marry Me Chicken

This is the BEST Marry Me Chicken recipe. It has juicy chicken cutlets served in a creamy and delicious sundried tomato sauce. You'll love it!

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White Cheddar Truffle Mac and Cheese

This White Cheddar Truffle Mac and Cheese is super creamy and made on the stovetop with truffle oil, white cheddar and Swiss cheese.

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French Onion Chicken Skillet

This French Onion Chicken Skillet is a delicious weeknight dinner that is a play on French onion soup. It's packed with protein for a filling meal!

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Seared Scallops with Butternut Squash Risotto

This Seared Scallops with Butternut Squash Risotto recipe is an indulgent dinner with roasted squash, creamy risotto and yummy scallops.

Skinny Easy Chicken Marsala Skillet

This Skinny, Easy Chicken Marsala Skillet is a delicious, creamy mushroom chicken recipe and it's made healthier with less cream and marsala wine!

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Ahi Tuna Sushi Stack {Cactus Club Copycat}

These Ahi Tuna Sushi Stacks are a Cactus Club copycat made with a tamari vinaigrette, avocado, panko & micro greens.

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Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breasts

This Margherita Asparagus Stuffed Chicken is a delicious low-carb dinner you can make on the BBQ or in the oven with goat cheese and spinach!

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Grilled Steak Gorgonzola Flatbread

This Grilled Steak Gorgonzola Flatbread is a lighter dish made with gorgonzola cheese and fresh veggies that's ready in just 30 minutes!

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Penne alla Vodka Pasta Bake

This Penne alla Vodka Pasta Bake has a creamy, velvety sauce, layers of spinach, red pepper and chicken – it's unforgettable!

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Creamy Sundried Tomato Pasta {Quick & Easy}

This Creamy Sundried Tomato Pasta is a simple weeknight dinner that's fancy enough to serve to guests! It comes together in 30 minutes, too.

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Lobster Linguine in Blushing Saffron Sauce via Simple Seasonal

Nothing says romance like fresh lobster and pasta in a creamy blush sauce. This Valentine’s Day, treat your lover to this decadent, aromatic, and romantic dish.

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Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes

It wouldn’t be February 14 without some decadent desserts. These mouthwatering recipes will show just how much you care. Make a big batch for a potluck—everyone will adore them!

Easy Homemade Beaver Tails

These Homemade Beaver Tails are an easy twist on the Canadian delicacy – they're made with pizza dough and require no deep frying either!

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Red Velvet Donuts via Let’s Eat Cake

Baked red velvet donuts that are just as light and fluffy as red velvet cupcakes. Easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Baileys Oreo Tart via My Kitchen Love

This Baileys and Oreo Tart recipe is a festive Baileys dessert – a holiday favourite in our house. It contains 6 ingredients and is almost no-bake, making it perfect for a potlucks and last minute hosting.

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Valentine’s Hershey Pretzel Kisses via Lord Byron’s Kitchen

I love how easy and cute these Hershey's Pretzel Kisses are; you only need three ingredients and 4 minutes.  There’s no need for a mixing bowl or dirtying up a bunch of dishes. 

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Chocolate Coffee Cake via Sweet & Savory Meals

Chocolate Coffee Cake with beautiful red velvet, coffee infused, brownie layers covered in a delicious chocolate buttercream and caramel drizzle.

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Nutella Strawberry Puff Pastry Hearts via A Life Well Consumed

Easy Nutella Strawberry Puff Pastry Hearts recipe for Valentine’s Day. These little tarts are festive and delicious to share with your loved ones.

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Red Velvet Popcorn via Cookies & Cups

This Red Velvet Popcorn is such a fun snack or dessert! It makes a super cute Valentine’s Day gift and it’s a great treat to munch on during a movie!

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Pink Champagne Cake via Liv for Cake

This Pink Champagne Cake is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion or holiday! A champagne infused cake with a classic vanilla buttercream.

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Heart-Shaped Churros with Chocolate Sauce via Supergolden Bakes

Surprise your loved one with these totally irresistible heart-shaped churros with chocolate sauce. Perfect for Valentine’s day!

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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttermilk Waffles via Nutmeg Nanny

These chocolate covered strawberry buttermilk waffles are delicious! Fresh berries inside a fluffy buttermilk waffle and then drizzled with melted chocolate

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Chocolate Truffle Tart via Sweet & Savory by Shinee

Every bite of this no-bake chocolate truffle tart, filled with fresh strawberries and coconut, literally melts in your mouth!

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Strawberry Shortcake & Lemon Curd Parfaits via The Rising Spoon

An easy recipe for individual strawberry shortcake parfaits (also known as trifles) layered with bright lemon curd, macerated strawberries, buttery scone, and pillowy whipped cream. This dessert is absolute BLISS in every bite and it’s beautiful, as well!

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Valentine’s Day Drinks

Cheers to love with these Valentine’s Day drinks! Whether you’re planning a romantic evening or a Galentine’s with your girls, you’ll love these delicious drinks.

Starbucks Pink Drink Copycat

This Starbucks Pink Drink recipe is the perfect copycat, made with passion tea, strawberry sparkling water and creamy coconut milk.

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The Best Skinny Watermelon Margarita {3 Ingredients}

This is the BEST Skinny Watermelon Margarita recipe on the internet, made with just three simple ingredients: tequila, watermelon and limes!

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Cucumber & Watermelon Mojitos

These Cucumber & Watermelon Mojitos are going to become your go-to drink! Take out the alcohol, add some watermelon juice or more sparkling water and you have yourself a delicious virgin mojito.

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Pomegranate and Persimmon Winter Sangria via Salt & Lavender

Pomegranate and persimmon winter sangria is a refreshing punch that is sure to be a big hit at your holiday party!

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Vanilla Pomegranate Mulled Wine via Justine Celina

My Vanilla Pomegranate Mulled Wine is a sophisticated twist on a holiday classic with Zinfandel, clementines, honey, cloves, star anise and nutmeg!

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Vanilla Rose and White Chocolate Cocktail via The Flavor Bender

A delicious, sweet, creamy, floral Vanilla Rose and White Chocolate Cocktail that’s pure decadence and is absolutely gorgeous to look at!

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Healthy Valentine’s Day Recipes

Just because it’s Valentine’s Day, doesn’t mean you can’t still be healthy (although you definitely deserve to treat yourself). Plus these are all incredible anyways!

High Protein Chocolate Mousse

This protein chocolate mousse is rich and creamy, made with just 3 simple ingredients and contains 17g of protein for a guilt-free treat.

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Healthier Cinnamon Roll Casserole

This cinnamon roll casserole is so easy with store-bought dough and Greek yogurt frosting. The perfect make ahead dish for feeding a crowd.

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Protein Cookie Dough

This no-bake, edible protein cookie dough is creamy, indulgent, and ready in minutes with wholesome ingredients that are vegan & gluten-free!

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Healthy Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

These Healthy Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are a delicious and high-protein breakfast made with a secret ingredient: avocado.

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Keto Chocolate Fat Bombs {Nut-Free}

These Keto Chocolate Fat Bombs are a healthy nut-free snack with just 3 ingredients: coconut oil, sunflower butter and cocoa powder.

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Tiramisu Overnight Oats

These tiramisu overnight oats are creamy, coffee-infused, and high in protein. It's like having dessert for breakfast!

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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken

This Strawberry Spinach Salad With Chicken is a super easy protein-packed meal complete with fresh strawberries and a 4-ingredient dressing.

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