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35 romantic chocolate recipes for Valentine's Day

Seductive treats for that special someone. - by Rebecca Lowrey Boyd
  • 13 Feb 2019
35 romantic chocolate recipes for Valentine's Day

Whip up some chocolatey-goodness for a decadent surprise and heartfelt gift. 

1. Gluten-free chocolate brownies

Chocolate brownies

This delicious chocolate brownie recipe is both gluten-free and diabetic-friendly.

2. Chocolate mice

Chocolate mice

With sliced almonds for ears and red licorice tails, what’s not to love?

3. Tuxedo strawberries

Tuxedo strawberries

A fancy twist on chocolate strawberries, perfect for a special occasion. 

4. Chocolate pot de crème with truffle honey

Chocolate pot de creme with truffle honey

A baked chocolate custard that's simple to perfect.

5. Chocolate pizza

Chocolate pizza

A chocolatey spin on an old favourite that's sure to impress your guests. 

6. Easy chocolate cake

Easy chocolate cake

Everyone needs a chocolate cake in their repertoire – here’s one for you that just happens to be perfect!

7. Quick double choc profiteroles

Quick double choc profiteroles

Double the fun with these beauties! There’s no need to fuss with choux pastry – baby profiterole cases are available in the bakery aisle of most large supermarkets. Too easy!

8. Chocolate spoons

Chocolate spoons

For the more decadent amongst us, these bijou bites are sure to please. 

9. Choc vanilla crunch ice-cream cake

Choc vanilla crunch icecream cake

Vanilla and chocolate ice-cream swirls with a biscuity crunch, splash of liqueur and larger-than-life deco… Now, that’s a choc top!

10. Simple white chocolate, peach and raspberry pudding

Simple white chocolate, peach and raspberry pudding

This self-saucing fruity pud is spiked with white chocolate and takes just five minutes to put together before baking.

11. Dark chocolate, pear and whisky self-saucing pudding

Dark chocolate, pear and whisky self-saucing pudding

Spoon a generous helping  of this decadent dinner finale straight from the slow cooker into serving bowls – too easy!

12. Dark chocolate coconut balls

Dark chocolate coconut balls

Yum alert! These raw energy snack balls are small but filling and oh-so good for you.

13. Chocolate ginger loaf

Chocolate ginger loaf

Chocolate and ginger. A match made in heaven!

14. Liquid-centred mocha chocolate mousse

Liquid-centred mocha chocolate mousse

All you need is love – but a little chocolate doesn’t hurt! Plus there’s a decadent, gooey surprise in these.

15. White chocolate honeycomb pots

White chocolate honeycomb pots

If you want to make this ravishing dessert extra pretty, use dainty teacups instead of ramekins. Bliss!

16. Chocolate truffles

Chocolate truffles

This technique is so simple you’ll nail it first time!

17. White chocolate rocky road with love

White chocolate rocky road

With cherries, nuts and Turkish delight, this beaut is great to make in heart tins for your Valentine!

18. Chocolate swirl with Frangelico, hazelnuts and honeycomb

Chocolate swirl with Frangelico, hazelnuts and honeycomb

Looking for the secret to blissful happiness? You’ll find it at the bottom of each pot of these magical little treats.

19. Chocolate orange pudding

Chocolate orange pudding

Infused with a sweet orange tang, this luscious dessert packs surprise bites of chocolatey goodness.

20. Macadamia, lime and white chocolate delights

Macadamia, lime and white chocolate delights

An old favourite becomes a new treat with these fun and easy ways to savour every golden bite.

21. Gluten free chocolate cake

Gluten free chocolate cake

Why not indulge a bit, with this heavenly, gluten-free chocolate cake.

22. Chocolate orange macarons

Chocolate orange macarons

Chocolate, orange extract and fresh orange zest give all the hints of lolly faves, Jaffas, with an elegant twist.

23. Chocolate and chilli macarons

Chocolate and chilli macarons

Do as the Aztecs did and blend smooth chocolate with a hint of spicy chilli for a fab flavour duo.

24. White chocolate and raspberry mini cheesecakes

White chocolate and raspberry mini cheesecakes

The trick with these pretty wonders is to not give away how quick and simple they are!

25. Chocolate buttercream cake

Chocolate buttercream cake

Stop drooling over the page and get into the kitchen to start an affair to remember with this gorgeous creation.

26. The easiest no-bake chocolate cheesecake

The easiest no-bake chocolate cheesecake

Bring a great big smile to everyone’s face with this luscious, chocolatey-everything delight.  No cooking required!

27. Chocolate banana boats

Chocolate banana boats

Sail away to a tropical paradise on a bed of crème fraîche topped with roasted fruit, plus lashings of chocolate and honeycomb.

28. Black tan frozen chocolate mousse lychee raspberry salsa

Black tan frozen chocolate mousse with lychee raspberry salsa

Impress your beloved Valentine with a luxe creamy dessert you created yourself. It tastes sensational and is as sweet as you!

29. Chocolate rum balls

Chocolate rumballs

Boozey nuggets of chocolate make a special treat. 

30. Slow-cooked chocolate and rum self-saucing pudding

Slow cooked chocolate and rum self-saucing pudding

Want to make this pud kid-friendly? Swap rum for an extra ¼ cup water.

31. Chocolate mayonnaise cake

Chocolate mayonnaise cake

An interesting combo, but one you'll be glad you tried.

32. Triple chocolate macadamia brownies

Triple chocolate macadamia brownie

This fudgy brownie is chock-a-block with decadent ingredients!

33. ‘Salt dough’ chocolate caramel cake

Salt dough chocolate caramel cake

Melted nuggets of chocolate and caramel are scrumptious, and all you need on the side is a lick of whipped cream.

34. Chocolate cake with stewed plums

Chocolate cake with stewed plums

A decadent dessert with the sweetness of stewed plums. 

35. Marbled chocolate cake with crunchy top

Marbled chocolate cake with crunchy top

Delightfully chewy topping sets this teatime special apart. Serve with a dollop of double cream!

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Rebecca Lowrey Boyd
Rebecca is the Digital Managing Editor of Better Homes and Gardens.

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