10 Vegan Valentine Treats for Your Loved One or You!

February Fourteenth is upon us, and whatever that means to you, it can be a cheeky excuse for a little indulgence. Whether you want to whip something up for your significant other, treat your besties, or take the opportunity to spoil yourself for a change, there are tons of sweet and delicious treats that do just the job.

Check out this list of sugary surprises that will please whoever the recipient is.

1. Red Velvet Cake

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This sumptuous Red Velvet Cake by Gretchen Price is the height of luxury and decadence. The deep, rich red color of the sponge is made without any questionable food colorings. Instead, it’s the combination of cocoa powder and baking soda that gives this cake its signature color. The recipe does not scrimp on the fillings or toppings with vegan buttercream and vegan cream cheese making it into the mix.

2. Chocolate Caramel Truffles

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Watch a box or plate of these Chocolate Caramel Truffles by Holly Bertone disappear in moments when presented to your Valentine. Five simple ingredients combine to make the most indulgent, chewy, gooey truffles. These whole-food treats feel naughty whilst being filled with real goodness. What’s more, they require no cooking with just a food processor and refrigerator being needed.

3. Cookie Dough Chocolate Bars

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Make one or two of these Cookie Dough Chocolate Bars by Ciarra Siller, and wrap them up in festive paper for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. For those concerned about the idea of eating raw cookie dough, this recipe teaches you how to heat treat the flour, making it safe for eating raw. Get that classic raw cookie dough experience without any of the worries. Just indulge.

Love: Your Favorite Chocolate-Based Desserts & Treats Made Vegan is every chocolate lover’s dream come true! With 50 delicious and easy-to-follow recipes, this cookbook is sure to satisfy every chocolate connoisseur in your life. From chocolate classics like chocolate chunk brownies and chocolate chip cookies to decadent delights like Vegan Ferrero Rocher Truffles and dreamy chocolate mousse, this cookbook has something for everyone!

4. Lemon and Pineapple Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

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This Lemon and Pineapple Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake by Natalie Yonan will make the picture-perfect dessert for your Valentine’s Day dinner. The beautiful swirled color of the lemon and strawberry allows you to show off your creative side. You could always try to add a few hearts to the top to make things even more festive. This magnificent cheesecake is made with beautiful ingredients that all come together to make the most luxurious and pretty dessert.

5. Sachertorte Ice Cream Cones

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If you are feeling adventurous and really want to go all out for your Valentine, have a go at making these Sachertorte Ice Cream Cones by Margaux Mouton. They won’t disappoint. Sachertorte is a famous Austrian dessert that was invented at the Hotel Sacher in Vienna. Here, this traditional dessert is given a twist and served as an ice cream in a fancy cone instead of as a cake on a plate.

6. Strawberry Tiramisu

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This Strawberry Tiramisu by Pauline Hanuise skips the insomnia-inducing espresso shot but does not fall short of taste and indulgence. Just five simple ingredients combine to make a vegan take on a classic dessert. What’s more, you can use your own favorite vegan cookies in this recipe. This recipe is a great option for those wanting to create something fantastic with little know-how or time.

7. Chocolate Cherry Pizza Tart

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This Chocolate Cherry Pizza Tart by Hannah Sunderani is the perfect dessert to share with your Valentine or dinner guests. This sweet pizza tart has a chocolate and almond oat base covered in chocolate hazelnut spread and topped with fresh cherries, coconut flakes, and dark chocolate shavings. One slice just might not be enough.

8. Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies

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These Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies by Rachel Hanawalt would look so sweet wrapped up in a little pretty parcel for your lucky recipient. Maraschino cherries and their juice give these melt-in-the-mouth shortbread cookies a perfect pink hue, making them apt for the occasion.

9. Spelt Tarts with Chocolate Mousse topped with Strawberries and Cherries

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Knock the socks off your Valentine with a plate of these Spelt Tarts with Chocolate Mousse topped with Strawberries and Cherries by Lena Novak. A delicious tart crust is filled with a silky smooth aquafaba-based mousse and is topped with succulent fresh berries.

10. 15-Minute Salted Chocolate Mousse

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If you want to make it look as though you have spent hours in the kitchen conjuring up the most luxurious Valentine’s Day dessert, present your loved one with this 15-Minute Salted Chocolate Mousse by 15 Minute Vegan: Fast, Modern Vegan Cooking. The speed at which you can whip this up is right there in the title. You can leave that bit out, though, when relaying the process to your impressed guest.

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