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Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes: Try These 28 Easy Treats - STYLECASTER Posted: 09 Feb 2021 12:05 PM PST Scroll To See More Images If the old saying is true, the way to someone's heart is through their stomach. At least, that's what years of rom-coms have taught me! If you're drawing a blank about what to serve your special someone on February 14, AKA the high holiday of love and romance, consider one of these Valentine's Day dessert recipes your boo is guaranteed to love. So, you have dinner all planned out, but dessert isn't your strong suit. Instead of pulling out the chocolate ice cream and calling it a night, why not bake something for your special someone? In my humble opinion, there is truly no better way to say "I love you" than with a molten chocolate lava cake or a freshly-baked batch of cookies. Or, if your first few zoom dates have fallen during February, you can always say "I really like spending time with you" with a red velvet whoopie pie. Whatever you're trying to say, say it with dessert! Whether you're a pro baker or a rookie in the kitchen, I've rounded up 28 of the yummiest recipes I could find. Some of them are even gluten-free or egg-free, so there's something here that almost anyone can enjoy. Sure, you'll find an aforementioned lava cake on this list (I had to!), but you'll also find swirled candy apples, sugar cookie pizza, a dessert charcuterie board and other less-than-traditional options for you to try. Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you'll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.  
If you're realllllly not able to channel your inner baker, I've got the solution for you—scroll through the below and appreciate how cute and festive our ideas are, then play it safe and order yourself a cake from celeb pastry chef Zac Young of Piecaken Bakeshop instead. I won't judge you! The Spill Your Heart Out Cake is $99 on Goldbelly and it comes with a rosé champagne glaze you add yourself just before you serve. So it's almost like you made it, right??? As for you chefs-in-the-making, keep reading to get your bake on this Valentine's Day. Don't forget to bring a bottle of wine along for the ride, too. Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you'll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale. 
Courtesy of Just As Tasty. 1. Red Velvet Pound CakeThis recipe is so yummy, your date will never know that it's both egg and gluten-free. Instead, it uses Greek yogurt and buttermilk for tenderness and is topped with the most luscious cream cheese frosting. The heart-shaped tin is optional (but very cute). 
Courtesy of A Half Baked Mom. 2. Cupid's CrunchCupid's Crunch (AKA Valentine's Day Popcorn) may be the easiest and quickest recipe on this list, but that doesn't mean it won't taste insanely good. Mix your favorite bag of microwave popcorn with M&Ms before topping them with gooey pink candy melts. My mouth is watering already. 
Courtesy of Posh in Progress. 3. Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter HeartsIf you've got a peanut butter lover in your life, they're going to die for this no-bake recipe. And talk about simple, all you need is one bowl to make it. The longest part of this recipe is the 15-20 minutes when the peanut butter has to chill out in the fridge, so it's the definition of a low-lift dessert. 
Courtesy of Public Lives Secret Recipes. 4. Mini Rosé Pop-TartsThis recipe takes a little more baking prowess than the first few on this list, but the result is definitely worth it. Think of these as the adult version of the Pop Tarts you used to love as a kid. Swap out strawberry jam for a rosé-raspberry mix, and top them with an adorable rosé-flavored gummy bear instead of sprinkles. 
Courtesy of Good Food Baddie. 5. No-Bake Vegan CheesecakeThis recipe is full of healthy swaps that let you have your cheesecake and eat it, too. Don't believe me? The crust is made from a combination of dates and almond meal and the filing is a mix of coconut oil, coconut cream, cashews, maple syrup, sugar and lemon. I know that sounds complicated, but it really isn't—almost all of the three hours of cook time takes place in the fridge. 
Courtesy of Catherine Zhang. 6. Raspberry Yogurt Loaf Cake with Rose GlazeName a prettier dessert than this pink frosted loaf cake. You can't. Yoghurt might seem like an odd addition to a dessert, but have no fear. It actually makes any cake instantly more fluffy. This loaf will be great after your dinner, or as a sweet breakfast in bed option. 
Courtesy of Ang Sarap. 7. Apple RosesWow your dinner guest with these stunning apple roses that look like straight off of The Great British Baking Show. All you need is store-bought puff pastry, a few apples and twenty minutes to make a dessert that will win you the "Star Baker" title. 
Courtesy of Good Food Baddie. 8. Handmade Chocolate-Covered StrawberriesAfter you make these chocolate-dipped berries at home, you'll have a hard time buying other store bought versions ever again. There's no need for a double boiler or fancy chocolate—cacao and avocado do the trick instead. Deck out your berries in crushed pecans or coconut shavings for a show-stopping result. 
Courtesy of Cathy's Gluten Free. 9. Molten Lava CakeDid you really think I was going to write about Valentine's Day desserts and not mention a lava cake recipe? This gluten-free take on the classic dish is super fudge-y and gooey thanks to the mix of dark chocolate, eggs and butter. Prepare to eat it all in seconds. 
Courtesy of The Produce Moms. 10. Heart-Shaped Fruit Pizza with Mixed BerriesStore-bought sugar cookie dough acts as the crust in this berry pizza recipe. Simply cut it into a heart, bake it for 10 minutes and top it with your favorite berries for an easy dessert that's ready just in time for your guest to arrive (even if you're running late). 
Courtesy of Just As Tasty. 11. Buttercream CandyThis dessert is like eating all the best parts of a traditional box of chocolates without all of the wasted flavors. These tiny candies start out in the same way that normal buttercream frosting would, but you shape them before popping them in the freezer for 30 minutes. Coat them in melted chocolate, and you have a winning dessert. 
Courtesy of Jawns I Cooked. 12. Frosted Strawberry Yogurt Cake.Another yogurt recipe for the win! This easy sheet cake can be divvied up into a few mini ones for easy serving, especially if you're having a few of your galentines over this year. It's also almost entirely made of pantry staples so it's perfect for new bakers. 
Courtesy of Britney Breaks Bread. 13. Homemade Snickers BarsThis rustic version of your favorite candy is sure to wow your special someone. You already know the deal: they're made from crunchy peanuts and silky caramel and coated in a hard chocolate shell. Don't let the idea of homemade caramel scare you off, though: these instructions are super easy to follow. 
Courtesy of The Produce Moms. 
Courtesy of Champagne and Coffee Stains. 15. Valentine's Muddy BuddiesIf you want a dessert that you can snack on all night long, this updated version of puppy chow is a great choice. It's perfect for a lazy night spent on the couch, AKA my favorite way to celebrate. Melt the peanut butter and chocolate chips in the microwave and then add in Chex Mix before sealing it in a zip-top bag and shake until everything is covered. Coat them in powdered sugar and M&Ms before digging in. 
Courtesy of Best of This Life. 16. Strawberry MousseTired of the same chocolate-dipped strawberries year after year? This lightweight mousse is a great way to switch up your V-Day dessert selection. The only catch? It needs to be made a few hours ahead of time because the mouse needs to chill for a few hours. 
Courtesy of The Devil Wears Salad. 17. Red Fruit SaladThis simple recipe sits atop chocolate biscuit 'soil' for a stunning final result. A mix of strawberries, cherries and black plums makes for a sophisticated dessert any dinner date will love. Simply put, this ain't your mom's after-school snack fruit salad—it's way better. 
Courtesy of Debra Klein. 18. Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie RecipeBake me this cookie and I'll be yours forever. It's great when it's cooked (obviously) but this vegan cookie dough can be eaten raw, too. The recipe uses applesauce instead of eggs, so the resulting cookie has a deep and unexpected apple flavor. Consider me a cookie convert. 
Courtesy of In My Bowl. 19. Vanilla Meringue CookiesUnlike most of the recipes on this list, these meringues are actually are little more complicated than they look. If you binge every baking show on TV like I do, you know that meringues are finicky and tend to crack as they cool. Keep an eye on these for a picture-perfect end result. 
Courtesy of In Good Flavor. 20. Swirled Candy ApplesWhat could be a better dessert to serve to the apple of your eye? While not traditionally served on Valentine's Day, candied apples are actually a great after-dinner treat. Each apple is covered in marshmallow and sugary sprinkles. 
Courtesy of The Urben Life. 21. Vegan Chocolate CupcakesIf you're vegan, you probably already have ingredients like dairy-free milk sitting in your fridge. But, if you're dating someone who follows a vegan diet, you may need to run to the store before you make these. Show them how much you really care with these yummy cocoa cupcakes that are done in just 20 minutes. 
Courtesy of House of Kerrs. 22. Chocolate Dipped Heart CookiesKeep your heart on your sleeve and your plate this year. These festive black-and-white cookies are topped with on-brand pink and red sprinkles for an updated version of the classic recipe. Don't worry—you can totally use store-bought sugar cookie dough. 
Courtesy of Fresh Simple Home. 23. Valentine's Dessert BoardTalk about a char-cute-rie board! Ditch the cheese and crackers for a selection of York Peppermint Patties, marshmallows, heart-shaped gummies and tons of other sweet treats. Perfect for bakers and non-bakers alike, this spread is going to wow your guests. 
Courtesy of In Good Flavor. 24. Strawberry Fortune CookiesSend each of your gal pals home with a few of these on-theme fortune cookies after your galentines meal. The pink color comes courtesy of gel food coloring and strawberry extract. Personalize each fortune for each of your friends for a cute twist, or put a sexy note inside and give one to your partner on V-Day. 
Courtesy of Megan and Wendy. 25. Oreo TrufflesLove Oreos? This recipe is for you. Plus, they only require three ingredients! These tasty truffles need an hour to chill before you can eat them, but hey, good things are worth the wait. 
Courtesy of Terri Steffes. 26. Chocolate Cherry FudgeHonestly, there is nothing better than homemade fudge. That doesn't mean you need to spend hours making it, though! The cherry flavor comes from store-bought frosting, so that cuts out a few extra steps right there. All you need to do is melt the almond bark and frosting and let each layer set in the fridge for an hour before layering and cutting them up into little squares. 
Courtesy of Bullock's Buzz. 27. Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Courtesy of The Winged Fork. 28. Valentine's Day Rose CookiesBack away from the bouquet of flowers. Instead, share these cookies with your partner—now you can both enjoy roses this year. Dye half your dough red and then swirl the two colors together for an abstract take on the Valentine's Day staple.
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Posted: 09 Feb 2021 08:30 AM PST  France. Chocolate. Dessert. Each of these things are often associated with romance and love. Put these three elements together on Valentine's Day and the result is sure to please. Macarons, also called French Macaroons, are a meringue confection made from egg whites, sugar and various flavorings. These are not to be mistaken for the coconut macaroon, since the French variety is a delicate sandwich and cookie-esque creation that is light and airy, while the coconut cookies are more dense. This recipe for "Chocolate Macaroons With Raspberry Buttercream," courtesy of "Chocolate: Deliciously Indulgent Recipes for Chocolate Lovers" (Ryland, Peters & Small) by Maxine Clark, is perfect for romantic Valentine's Day evenings. Chocolate Macaroons With Raspberry Buttercream Makes approximately 10 large macaroons or 40 small
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Put the confectioners' sugar, ground almonds and cocoa in a blender or spice grinder and process for about 1 minute to refine the almonds and combine everything. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites with the salt in a clean, dry bowl until firm. Using a large metal spoon, gently fold in the almond mixture. Carefully spoon the mixture into a piping bag fitted with the size 10 tip for small cookies, or size 12 for larger macaroons. Pipe twenty 21⁄2-inch macaroons or eighty 11⁄4-inch ones onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake with the oven door slightly ajar (to allow steam to escape) for about 8 minutes for the small macaroons or 12 minutes for the larger ones. Don't overcook or they won't be soft inside. Carefully lift the macaroons off the paper and let cool on a wire rack. Sandwich in pairs with a thin layer of raspberry buttercream. Arrange the macaroons in layers between aluminum foil or parchment paper in an airtight container and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving. This will help them become chewy. Bring to room temperature before serving. Raspberry Buttercream
Using an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks until pale and creamy. Put the sugar and 1⁄2 cup water in a small pan and heat gently, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil and boil hard until it reaches 240 F. Immediately remove from the heat and pour the hot syrup onto the egg yolks in a steady stream, beating continuously until the mixture is a pale, thick mousse. Cream the butter in a separate bowl then beat in the melted chocolate. Beat this into the egg yolk mixture. Take the frozen raspberries and thaw them in a strainer placed over a bowl. Press them gently with the back of a spoon to squeeze out the juice. Put the juice in a small pan and boil it hard until it has reduced to 3 tablespoons. Press the raspberries through the strainer and mix the strained puree with the reduced raspberry syrup and the lemon juice. Sweeten with sifted confectioners' sugar to taste. Beat this into the buttercream. Add pink food coloring if you desire a deeper shade of pink.  |
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Cooks' Exchange: Hit that sweet spot with some Valentine's Day recipes - Madison.com Posted: 09 Feb 2021 12:27 PM PST  With Valentine's Day approaching, it's a perfect time to share the sweetness of favorite desserts with others. Made with tender loving care, here are a few dessert recipes from a library of 55 6½x8½-inch thin plastic photo albums lined up against the wall on my kitchen counter under a cabinet and within reach at all times. Inside each photo album are 15 plastic pages for two photos on each side which, for me, means 4x6-inch index cards creating categories, this time with Valentine favorites for 2, 4, 8, 12 or 16. Sweet 'N Fruity Peanut SpreadTo begin the day on the sweet side, here is a simple spread to have on hand and enjoy on toasted bagels or English muffins. 1 cup peanut butter 6-ounce package dried fruit bits 2 tablespoons honey In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and blend well. Serve on your choice of bread, toasted bagels, English muffins or graham crackers. Store tightly covered. Yield: 1½ cups Cherry Pork Chops for TwoWith thoughts of cherry desserts to prepare and enjoy on Valentine's Day, a decision was also made to try something different using two boneless pork loins with some leftover cherry pie filling. Serving this with the greenery of broccoli and white potatoes made a nice presentation. 2 boneless pork loins, ¾-inch thick 2 tablespoons butter Salt and pepper 2 teaspoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules ¹⁄8 teaspoon ground mace 1 cup cherry pie filling Melt butter in a pan and lightly brown pork loins. Season with salt and pepper, lemon juice, chicken bouillon granules and mace. Lift pork loins from pan, add cherry pie filling and place meat on top of preserves. Cover and cook slowly for about an hour. Lucy Shaw's Cherry SauceBack in 1957, while spending a semester in Westerville, Ohio, I met Lucy Shaw, mother of Bob Shaw, a well-known Ohio State athlete and learned how much she enjoyed cooking for college students, athletes and anyone else on campus. We became good friends and knowing how much I enjoyed her delicious cherry sauce on pound cake, she made sure I had the recipe to enjoy for the rest of my life. This is not only delicious, but beautiful to serve on pound cake as a Valentine dessert. 16-ounce can of sour red cherries, pitted, with sauce ½ cup sugar Dash of salt 2 tablespoons cornstarch Small amount of water Small amount of almond extract Red food color Blend cherries, juice, sugar, salt and almond extract. Mix cornstarch with a little water to sir into boiling cherries to thicken. If using red cherries, add a little red food color to brighten the sauce to make it pretty. Serve this over thick slices of pound cake. Mystery Pecan PieOne of my favorite desserts to serve anytime during the year is an old, but fabulous Pillsbury winner from many decades ago that I've made often to the delight of family and friends. Described as being an "irresistible double-layer treat," this recipe combines two favorites with cheesecake and pecan pie, for the "best of two great desserts." For a Valentine dessert, just place a small red candy heart on top of each serving. 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened ¹⁄3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¹⁄8 teaspoon salt 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell 1¼ cups chopped pecans 2 slightly beaten eggs ²⁄3 cup light corn syrup ¼ cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ¹⁄3 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the salt. Beat with an electric mixer until mixture is smooth. Add the 1 egg and beat on low speed till mixture is combine. Spread mixture over bottom of the unbaked pie shell. Sprinkle pecans evenly over cream-cheese mixture. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 eggs, corn syrup, ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Carefully pour over pecans in pie crust. Bake at 375 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until puffed and center appears nearly set when you shake it. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in refrigerator. Yield: 8 servings Black Cherry Sauce For TwoHere is another cherry sauce, recently discovered in a cookbook with recipes for two using black cherries and just a bit different than Shaw's red cherry sauce recipe. 1 16-ounce can pitted dark sweet cherries, saving juice 2 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup Burgundy or dry red wine Drain cherries, reserving juice. Combine cornstarch and sugar in small saucepan and mix well. Gradually stir in cherry juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat and stir in Burgundy or dry red wine and cherries. Serve warm over ice cream. Yield: About 1½ cups Note: I used dry red wine and it was delicious. Crustless Coconut PieThis recipe was found in my Southern Living Cookbook for Two on a cold snowbound morning and decided to make it as soon as possible which meant just a few hours later. Keep refrigerated and serve in small portions. It's another keeper. ½ cup biscuit mix ½ cup sugar 2 cups milk 1 cup flaked coconut 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 tablespoons butter, melted Combine ingredients with an electric blender or hand mixer and blend on low speed for 1 minute. Pour mixture into a buttered 9-inch pie plate with high sides. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until pie is set. Cool and refrigerate. Pink Cherry BreadWhen this was discovered in the 1968 Executive Women's Dessert Cookbook from Montgomery, Alabama, the title intrigued me and decided to make it. Another winner. ½ cup shortening 1 cup sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ cup maraschino cherry juice ¾ cup milk 20 maraschino cherries, chopped ½ cup walnuts, chopped Cream shortening, egg and sugar for 2 minutes in mixer or 150 strokes by hand. Sift together flour, salt and baking powder; add cherry juice and milk to shortening mixture. Fold in cherries and nuts. Place in lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes or until deeply inserted toothpick comes out dry. George Washington's Easy Cherry CrispDestined to serve 12-16, yet simple enough to cut in half, shared a long time ago by Home Economics teacher Michelle Ferguson, Hanford West High School in Hanford, California. She comments that it is "very easy" to make and is a "good alternative to all the Valentine candy you'll be eating." 2 21-ounce cans cherry pie filling 1 cup flour ½ cup butter ½ cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour pie filling into a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a small bowl combine flour and butter. Blend with a pastry blender or a fork. Add sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix well. Sprinkle over cherries. Bake 30 minutes. If desired, serve with whipped cream or ice cream. Cherries and Berries in the SnowFascinated by the name while being surrounded by landscapes of snow, this was discovered in the 1984 first printing of Savor Wisconsin, a wonderful collection of favorite recipes led by chair Carol Hird of Madison and her committee to benefit the Wisconsin division of the American Cancer Society. This recipe was submitted by Ruth Frohmader, of Jefferson. 1 cup of egg whites ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar Dash of salt 1½ cups sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 3-ounce packages cream cheese, softened ¾ cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups whipping cream, whipped 2 cups miniature marshmallows 16-ounce can cherry pie filling 2 cups sliced strawberries (if frozen berries, drain well) Place in mixing bowl egg whites, cream of tartar and salt, beat until frothy then gradually beat in sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread in well-buttered 9x13x2-inch baking pan and bake in 250 degree oven 40 minutes. Cool. Cream the cheese with ¾ cup sugar and vanilla. Gently fold in whipped cream and marshmallows. Spread over meringue and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight. Combine pie filling and strawberries. Spoon onto meringue and cut into squares. Rich and delicious. Happy Valentine's Day! Recent requests: Black bean lasagna. Contact the Cooks' Exchange in care of the Wisconsin State Journal, P.O. Box 8058, Madison, WI, 53708 or by email at greenbush4@aol.com.  |
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