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    Home » Blog » Dessert Recipes

    Easy Valentine's Day Desserts and Treats Recipes

    Published: Jan 27, 2021 · Modified: Sep 20, 2023 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Are you ready to fill your belly with sweets and treats galore? This Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes Round Up includes some of my favorites, made out of love (and hunger!) all in one place!

    We all know that Valentine's Day is a day all about love and sharing that love with others. And in my house, we show that love by sharing good food, sweets, and treats.

    If you're looking for some of the best Valentine's Day recipes that are fast and easy to make, I think that you're going to like this list that I've put together for you.

    You'll find everything from sweet and creamy to crunchy and messy and everything else in between. Because when you have the chance to try them all, why wouldn't you?

    Valentine's Day Round-Up Sweets and Treats

    • Valentine’s Day Puppy Chow
    • Valentine's Day Layered Jello
    • Raspberry Jello Poke Cake
    • Strawberry Bomb
    • Mini Pound Cake with Strawberry Glaze
    • Heart Stuffed Ginger Cookies
    • Chocolate Strawberry Layered Pudding Dessert
    • Easy Cookie Cups
    • Chocolate Chex Mix
    • Soft and Chewy Brownie Cookies
    • Easy Layered Candy Bark
    • Creamy Thumbprint Cherry Cheesecake Cookie
    • Layered Chocolate Nut Toffee
    • Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Cupcakes
    • Valentine's Day Cakesicles
    • Dalgona Whipped Strawberry Cream
    • Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge
    • Oreo Poke Cake
    Valentine Puppy Chow
    Try this great recipe out! Delicious Valentine's Puppy Chow, also called muddy buddy, has amazing flavor. You'll love puppy chow chex.
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    Valentine's Puppy Chow.

    I'm preparing you right now...you won't be able to stop eating this Puppy Chow recipe until the entire bowl is gone. There's just something about the sweet flavor and texture that the Chex Mix and mini M&M's bring. Because the great thing about Chex Mix is that you can grab a handful as you're walking out the door. Who doesn't want to have a dessert with them as they're on the road?
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    How to Make Layered Jello
    This Valentine's Layered Jello recipe is tasty! Keep reading for how to make layered Jello, homemade Jello, Jello desserts or Jello shots.
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    Layered Jello.

    Calling all fans of jello! This Valentine's Day layered jello is an easy to make dessert that offers so many fun layers and tastes. People just aren't going to believe how simple this recipe is and you don't have to give away your secrets, either!

    The great thing about this jello is that you can make it individually for the person that you love. Just grab a fancy cup and get ready to "wow" them!
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    Valentine Truffle Recipe
    This Valentine's truffle recipe is full of classic Oreo truffle flavor and decorated in a cute pink frosting to look like tiny chicks!
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    Super easy and addictive, these simple Oreo filled treats won't disappoint.

    Air Fryer Crescent Rolls with Nutella and Strawberries
    These air fryer crescent rolls are loaded with sweet and creamy Nutella and fresh strawberries for a simple, yet delicious treat! The air fryer cooks them until crispy, golden brown perfection on the outside!
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    Two air fryer crescent rolls on a white plate filled with strawberries and Nutella.

    So easy to create and as delicious as they look!

    Raspberry Jello Poke Cake Recipe
    This Raspberry Jello Poke Cake Recipe is made using a cake mix and five simple ingredients. It really doesn't get much better than this! 
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    The great thing about making a poke cake is that it's a fun and delicious recipe that literally anyone can do. If you have a hankering for a cake, this is one that I highly recommend you whip up.

    Not only does it take minimal prep work to make but it's also ready super fast as well! And when your sweet tooth is knocking, you know how important it is to have a sweet in your mouth as soon as you possibly can.

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    Valentine’s Day Strawberry Hot Cocoa Bombs
    You'll love these Valentine's Day Strawberry Hot Cocoa Bombs. Learn how to make hot cocoa bombs for great cocoa bombs hot chocolate.
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    Strawberry Bombs are all the rage! You're certain to have the best hot chocolate cups.

    Wow, these Chocolate Raspberry Hot Cocoa Bombs are so good, and really easy to make. When you pour the hot milk over them, they melt, and bubble, and add such a special treat to a drink that everyone will love. These are really fun to serve, because they’re sure to be a real surprise. Trust me, keep this one in your favorites!
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    Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake
    Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake is simple to make and tastes amazing with fresh strawberries.
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    Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake on a plate with a fresh strawberry.

    Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcakes are light and fluffy biscuits cooked in the air fryer and then filled with creamy whipped cream and sweet sliced strawberries.  This is one of the easiest recipes I’ve ever made. For real. I love making strawberry shortcake with biscuits because they are so easy to make and turn out delicious.

    This strawberry shortcake with biscuits recipe is easy to make with only four ingredients. In just six minutes you can enjoy an air fryer strawberry shortcake for kids or adults! You’ll love this light dessert recipe using an air fryer instead of an oven!

    Mini Pound Cakes with Strawberry Glaze
    Get ready to love this Valentine's Day Mini Pound Cake with Strawberry Glaze recipe. Mini pound loaf is a simple dessert that tastes great!
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    While mini pound cake with strawberry glaze may not get the old heart racing, these mini loafs cakes can brighten up anyone’s day. Fast and easy to bake, they’re the cutest treats ever! Smothered in the most delicious strawberry glaze and topped with colorful sprinkles, they’re a feast for the eyes and make your taste buds sing.

    Sprinkles are like the cherry on top of what is an already delicious mini pound loaf. The sprinkles alone makes the look of this cake so darn appealing. Plus, they also add great texture and give these loaves some crunch many of us crave.
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    Heart Stuffed Ginger Cookies
    If you love the hint of ginger, in a soft and chewy cookie, with a sweet, creamy and cheesy center, than these Heart Stuffed Ginger Cookies are for you!
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    Heart Stuffed Ginger Cookies

    The filling or stuffing is AMAZING and I am pretty sure I could eat an entire bowl all to myself! Luckily, there is little left over after stuffing all of the cookies!

    Use any shape or cookie cutter you desire, just remember to make an even number so each cookie can be completed, just the way it should! I have to tell you that my husband loves these cookies unstuffed and always steals a few for himself!

    That being said, I watch him try to take these stuffed cookies apart, eat all of the icing, and then devour both remaining biscuits, just like it was a game. I know he must have looked adorable doing the exact same thing when he was a kid!
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    White Chocolate and Strawberry Layered Pudding
    Are you looking for an easy, sweet and fancy treat? This White Chocolate and Strawberry Layered Pudding Dessert are certain to make your day.
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    Chocolate Strawberry Layered Pudding Dessert.

    Perfect for parties, Valentine's Day, or any holiday at all. (and even a quiet weeknight or weekend at home!)

    I’m all about easy desserts. Because sometimes, it’s nice to be able to take a break from baking and cooking all-day and whip up something fast and simple. I’ve made this layered pudding recipe so many times and every time I do, it’s always a hit.

    What I love about layered dessert in a glass is that it looks really, really fancy but it’s actually just made from pudding mix in a box! I’m being serious – this recipe is crazy simple!
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    Easy Cookie Cups
    This Easy Cookie Cups recipe is made with or without chocolate chips, making a cookie dough cup, nest or bowl to fill with ice cream, and more!
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    Easy Cookie Cups.

    This cookie dough cup recipe can be easily transformed into a Valentine's Day treat by using red and pink candies.

    You always have the option of adding chocolate, caramel, butterscotch or peanut butter chips to this wonderful cookie cup dough recipe and I regularly do. Somehow the chips make everything taste just a little better, in my mind anyway?
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    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix
    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix is the ultimate, easy, crispy, droolworthy, snack or dessert.  Perfect for that special someone, any time of the year!
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    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix

    Honestly, this recipe is so versatile you literally have endless options. Choose your favorite ingredients. Don’t forget the pretzels and the salt they bring to this sweet treat. You’ll have a different tasty result, every time. This recipe is no bake and all you need is a microwave. Easy peasy.
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    Jello Poke Cake
    Jello Poke Cake should be added to your holiday dessert list. I made a red, white, and blue version, but you can customize it to fit any occasion you want.
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    A slice of jello poke cake being served.

    I’m pretty obsessed with making simple cake recipes. And in my opinion, poke cakes are at the top of the list. What other dessert out there can have holes poked into it and filled with delicious and tasty flavors and come out looking as beautiful as this.

    I love how moist this jello poke cake is and that’s probably one of the other biggest reasons that people tend to crave these types of cakes. Not to mention the delicious and light topping – it makes for a fun and tasty treat!

    Chocolate Chip Brownies
    Chocolate Chip Brownies are super soft, extremely chewy chocolatey brownies and are definitely worth a try! Meet your new favorite treat.
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    Squares of Chocolate Chip Brownies on rack.

    This is one of our favorite cookie recipes, mostly because we are definitely chocolate and brownie lovers, every one of us! I love having some of these cookies around. White Chocolate Brownie Cookies freeze beautifully which definitely comes in handy!
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    Easy Layered Candy Bark
    Easy Layered Candy Bark is a delicious layering of melted chocolate with unlimited toppings like cookies, candy, nuts, etc. Perfect gift for the holidays.
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    Easy Layered Candy Bark

    Perfect gift for Valentine's Day!

    The best thing about chocolate bark is the fact that you really can create the best chocolate bar on earth with exactly what you want to include in it! How amazing is that?
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    Better than a county fair!

    Crispy Funnel Cake Fries
    Learn all you need to know about how to make funnel cake fries, a fun take on classic funnel cake that you're going to absolutely love.
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    A plate of funnel cake fries with a little bowl of strawberry sauce and fresh berries around it.

    Cheesecake and Oreo cookies make the perfect dessert. They're divine.

    Oreo Cheesecake Cookies
    Oreo Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the best of both worlds. You get to to enjoy the rich, creamy flavors of cheesecake and the crunchiness of Oreos. With just a few simple ingredients at home, anyone can create unique cookies with a soft texture and tasty flavor. 
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    A plate of Oreo cheesecake cookies on a plate with a couple on the table.

    I just had to include these wonderful cookies! Perfect for your sweetheart.

    Cherry Chocolate Blossom Cookies
    Chocolate Cherry Blossom Cookies are the rich, chocolatey treat you need in your life right now. Made with a fudgy cookie base and baked with a whole maraschino cherry in the center before being drizzled with a chocolate cherry ganache, these chocolate cherry thumbprint cookies are perfect for serving all year round.
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    Oh so good.

    Creamy Thumbprint Cherry Cheesecake Cookie
    This Creamy Thumbprint Cherry Cheesecake Cookie recipe uses raspberry, blueberry, strawberry or cherry and is coated in graham cracker crumbs.
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    If you haven’t tried blueberry cheesecake cookies or raspberry cheesecake cookies before, you are in for a treat! This cheesecake cookies recipe is perfect for cheesecake lovers and offers lots of customization options.
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    Super easy to make these cookies are so good.

    Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies
    These Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies make a decadent swap for regular chocolate cookies! Imagine chocolate, butterscotch, and toffee, all in a soft, thick cookie? They're amazing!! All you cookie lovers out there you have to give them a try.
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    Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies stacked on a small white plate.
    Layered Chocolate Nut Toffee
    Easy Layered Nut Toffee is totally addictive and every bite of this irresistible treat is full of chocolate, crunchy nuts and rich, buttery toffee!
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    A pile of nut toffee on a table.

    This recipe is an incredible, homemade treat that is literally made from so many of my favorite things including, as many of you know, chocolate (of course), nuts of all kinds (but I chose almonds for this version) and and rich, creamy, smooth, buttery toffee!
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    Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Cupcakes
    Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Cupcakes are rich, moist, decadent, and an easy chocolate filled cupcake recipe with fresh strawberry buttercream frosting!
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    Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Strawberry Buttercream Cupcakes

    Perfect for Valentine's Day! Strawberry and Nutella, the best chocolate hazelnut spread ever, is one of the most underrated flavor combinations out there. I have loved this combination for as far back as I remember.
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    Cakesicles or Brownie Cakesicles
    Wondering how to make cakesicles or how to make cake popsicles? You'll love this cakesicles recipe. You'll need cake, frosting and chocolate.
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    Cakesicles or Brownie Cakesicles.

    Can we all just agree that eating these Valentine's treats off a stick is half the fun?! Not only are they loaded down with flavor and taste but they're a great snack for everyone to grab and enjoy as well.

    They're also super moist and have a nice outer coating that gives a really delicious crunch as well. We've made these up and given them as homemade gifts for Valentine's Day and they're always a huge hit!

    If you're looking for a sweet treat on a stick then these cakesicles tick all the boxes! Make with cake or brownie batter and coat in melted white chocolate and drizzled with pink chocolate and heart-shaped sprinkles. It's quick to make, fun to decorate and pure joy to eat.
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    Strawberry Whipped Cream Dessert
    If you're looking for a sweet treat that's easy peasy, check out this Strawberry Whipped Cream Dessert. It's takes just 4 easy ingredients!
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    This Whipped Strawberry Cream is a Dalgona-inspired recipe, which is seen all over social media right now. This recipe is super simple, kid friendly, and only includes a few ingredients.

    This is a delicious fruity take on the popular Korean Dalgona whipped coffee. Other names for this technique are frappe, beaten coffee and batido.
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    Best Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge
    This Best Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge recipe is cheesecake in fudge form, easy to make with white chocolate, cream cheese, graham crackers and strawberries!
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    Best Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge

    Best Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge recipe uses vanilla, white chocolate, condensed milk, cream cheese, graham crackers and strawberry sauce! This recipe has definitely been a labor of love for me.

    You have no idea, nor do I, how many times I have tried to make this condensed milk fudge recipe. One thing I love about this strawberry cheesecake fudge is the vanilla fudge base you start with.

    In order to create the best result, I needed to stay with vanilla fudge.

    I tried so many different flavorings too and no matter what we always returned to the vanilla fudge recipe.

    Frankly, you can simply make this condensed milk fudge recipe without anything else and have a delicious vanilla fudge perfect for any occasion.

    I’m an Oreo fanatic. I could literally eat Oreos for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and NEVER get tired of them. But I will admit that having a variety of Oreo recipes makes that quite nice.

    I love being able to taste Oreo when I bite into this poke cake recipe and I can assure you that every single bite is loaded down with flavor.

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    Air Fryer Churro Bites
    Air Fryer Churro Bites are delicious doughy bites. Coateds with the warmth of cinnamon and the crunch of sugar, these tasty little bites makes for a great snack!
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    Get ready to fall in love with the taste of these Air Fryer Churro Bites. The perfect bite-sized dessert with that cinnamon-sugar flavor! Such a simple way to make an amazing snack and treat.

    With just four simple ingredients needed, it couldn’t be any easier to make these Churro bites in the Air Fryer. They’re one of those dessert recipes like are pretty much a no-brainer. This is because they’re fast and easy and loaded with flavor.

    Oreo Poke Cake
    This Oreo Poke Cake recipe is an easy yet indulgent dessert. Just prepare the cake per the package and jazz it up with pudding, crushed Oreos, and chocolate!
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    A slice of oreo poke cake on a white plate.

    If you love Oreos you're gonna love this.

    Heart Shaped Hand Pies
    These heart shaped hand pies are perfect for Valentine's Day. Keep them on hand as snacks or gift them to family and friends.
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    A bunch of heart shaped hand pies on a serving wood platter.

    So cute and oh so good. Perfect for your sweetheart all year 'round.

    If you're a dog lover maybe they'd enjoy a treat too.

    Air Fryer Dog Treats - Peanut Butter Pumpkin!
    Your dog will love these homemade air fryer dog treats. These peanut butter pumpkin air fried dog treats are tasty and healthy for your pooch!
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    A pile of Air Fryer Dog Treats - Peanut Butter Pumpkin flavor on a table.


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    Which one of these DIY Valentine's treats are you going to make first?

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