Set the mood this Valentine’s Day with treats as sweet as your special someone. This collection is filled with indulgent desserts, a festive drink, and a charming Valentine’s breakfast board to start the day with love. From decadent chocolate delights to playful pink confections, these recipes are perfect for sharing — whether celebrating with a partner or friends or treating yourself. Skip the reservations and whip up something from the heart!

Valentine Charcuterie Board

Valentine Charcuterie Board. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

A Valentine’s Breakfast Charcuterie Board is a fun and festive way to start the day. With fluffy pancakes, fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and creamy dips, there’s a little something for everyone. Add heart-shaped pancakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, or a drizzle of honey for a sweet touch to celebrate the day of love.
Get the Recipe: Valentine Charcuterie Board

Strawberry Cake with Jello

Strawberry Cake with Jello. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Strawberry Cake is a fun and festive treat for Valentine’s Day. The strawberry Jello gives it a pretty pink color and a sweet berry flavor that’s perfect for the occasion. Add a swirl of frosting and a few sprinkles for an extra special touch.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cake with Jello

Baked Strawberry Pie

Baked Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Baked Strawberry Pie is a Valentine’s Day classic, bursting with sweet, juicy berries and wrapped in a buttery, golden crust. It’s the kind of dessert that feels a little extra special—perfect for sharing or enjoying all on your own. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream, and you’ve got a treat that’s sure to make hearts happy!
Get the Recipe: Baked Strawberry Pie

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake is a rich, classic dessert that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day. Made with plenty of cocoa for a deep chocolate flavor, it’s soft, moist, and downright irresistible. Top it with creamy frosting and a few festive sprinkles or candy hearts for a sweet way to celebrate!
Get the Recipe: Hershey’s Chocolate Cake

Red Velvet Cake Cookies

Red Velvet Cake Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Red Velvet Cake Cookies are a fun and festive way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Their deep red color and melty mix of white and semi-sweet chocolate chips make them a treat that’s just as pretty as it is delicious. Perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Cake Cookies

Easy Brownies

Easy Brownies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These easy cocoa brownies are the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day! Rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor, they come together in no time—no fancy ingredients needed.
Get the Recipe: Easy Brownies

Easy Funfetti Cake from Scratch

Easy Funfetti Cake from Scratch. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Funfetti Cake is always a party, and it’s even better with a Valentine’s Day twist! Swap out the classic rainbow sprinkles for pink, red, and white ones to give this fluffy, buttery cake a festive look.
Get the Recipe: Easy Funfetti Cake from Scratch

Easy Shortbread Cookies

Easy Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These easy shortbread cookies are buttery, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—perfect for Valentine’s Day! Cut them into hearts, drizzle them with chocolate, or add a sprinkle of festive sugar for a sweet and simple treat to share (or keep all to yourself!).
Get the Recipe: Easy Shortbread Cookies

Strawberry Pizza

Strawberry Pizza. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Strawberry Pizza is a fresh and festive treat for Valentine’s Day. It’s a delicious way to share something sweet with a soft pizza crust, a smooth, creamy topping, and plenty of juicy strawberries. Add a drizzle of chocolate for an extra romantic touch.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Pizza

Homemade Whipped Cream

Homemade Whipped Cream. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Homemade whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch for Valentine’s Day desserts! Light, fluffy, and made with just three simple ingredients, it adds a creamy, dreamy touch to cakes, pies, hot chocolate, or even fresh berries for a sweet and romantic treat.
Get the Recipe: How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream

Strawberry Bars with Lemon Glaze

Strawberry Bars with Lemon Glaze. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Strawberry Lemon Bars are a colorful and sweet choice for Valentine’s Day. The tart lemon and sweet strawberries mix makes for a bright, fresh treat. Dust them with powdered sugar or cut them into hearts for a festive touch.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Bars with Lemon Glaze

Lemon Cream

Lemon Cream. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Lemon Cream is a sweet and tangy treat perfect for Valentine’s Day! Its silky texture and bright citrus flavor make it a refreshing way to balance out all the chocolate. Serve it with fresh berries, spoon it into pretty glasses, or use it as a luscious filling for a special dessert!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cream

Meringue Nests

Meringue Nests. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Meringue nests are light, crisp, and perfect for Valentine’s Day! Fill them with chocolate, berries, or heart-shaped candies, and garnish with edible flowers for a romantic, elegant touch. A sweet and simple way to impress someone special!
Get the Recipe: Meringue Nests

Strawberry Shortcakes Recipe

Strawberry Shortcakes Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Strawberry Shortcakes make a perfect Valentine’s Day treat. Flaky biscuits, juicy berries, and a dollop of whipped cream come together for a dessert that’s as pretty as it is delicious. Serve with a chocolate drizzle or a powdered sugar dusting for an extra special touch.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortcakes Recipe

Red Crinkle Cookies

Red Crinkle Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Red Crinkle Cookies are a sweet and simple way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Their vibrant red color and powdered sugar coating make them look as good as they taste. Pair them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a treat sure to spread the love!
Get the Recipe: Red Crinkle Cookies

Old Fashioned Lemon Icebox Pie

Old Fashioned Lemon Pie with Sweetened Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Lemon Icebox Pie is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, making it a refreshing treat for Valentine’s Day! Its smooth, creamy filling and buttery graham cracker crust make it a bright and zesty way to mix things up from all the chocolate. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a few festive sprinkles for a special touch!
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Lemon Pie with Sweetened Condensed Milk

One Layer Cake

One Layer Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This one-layer cake is perfect for Valentine’s Day—simple, rich, and just the right size for sharing! The soft, chocolatey cake is topped with creamy chocolate buttercream, making it a sweet way to celebrate with someone special (or treat yourself!). Add a few red and white sprinkles or raspberries for extra love!
Get the Recipe: One Layer Cake

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Red Velvet Cake is practically made for Valentine’s Day! Its deep red color and luscious cream cheese frosting are the perfect way to add romance to dessert. Bake it as a layer cake, cupcakes, or even heart-shaped for a sweet holiday twist!
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Bars with Brown Sugar Shortbread Crust

Easy Lemon Bars with Brown Sugar Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These bright and tangy lemon bars are a sweet way to add sunshine to your Valentine’s Day! With a buttery shortbread crust and a smooth, citrusy filling, they’re the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Dust them with powdered sugar for a special touch, and share them with someone you love.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon Bars with Brown Sugar Shortbread Crust

Raspberry Shortbread Bars

Raspberry Shortbread Bars. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Raspberry shortbread bars are a sweet way to share the love! The buttery shortbread and bright raspberry filling make a delicious (and pretty!) treat for Valentine’s Day. Cut them into hearts or dust them with powdered sugar for an extra festive touch!
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Shortbread Bars

Southern Strawberry Cobbler

Southern Strawberry Cobbler. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Southern Strawberry Cobbler is a sweet way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The warm, juicy strawberries and golden topping are perfect for sharing, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s a cozy dessert that feels just a little extra special.
Get the Recipe: Southern Strawberry Cobbler

White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars are a sweet way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Their creamy texture and rich white chocolate flavor make them extra special, especially when topped with fresh berries or a drizzle of raspberry sauce.
Get the Recipe: White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Strawberry Mousse

Strawberry Mousse. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Easy Strawberry Mousse is a perfect Valentine’s Day treat. Its soft pink color and creamy texture make it a sweet and simple way to celebrate. Serve it in pretty glasses with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for a romantic touch.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Mousse

Blackberry Mojito

Blackberry Mojito. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

A Blackberry Mojito is a fun and romantic cocktail for Valentine’s Day. It’s refreshing and festive with fresh blackberries, mint, and a hint of lime. Garnish with edible flowers for a beautiful finishing touch that makes it feel extra special.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Mojito

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