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Chocolate and Strawberry Recipes Perfect for Valentine’s Day

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Are you looking for something special to make for your Valentine? Well, you’ve come to the right place! I have my best Chocolate and Strawberry Recipes Perfect for Valentine’s Day all ready to share with you.

I don’t know how chocolate candy and strawberries became synonymous with affection, but they’re always the first things that come to mind when I think of Valentine’s Day. I’ve probably been conditioned to think so by some very clever marketing groups, but regardless those certainly seem to be the most traditional gifts of the season.

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I do usually try to make a chocolate or strawberry dessert for the two of us on Valentine’s. I haven’t quite decided what to make yet for this year, but I’ve been looking through my recipe archives, and I’ve come up with these to share with you. I’ll bet you can find one or two that you and your sweetie would enjoy.

Brownie Bottom Cheesecake with Oreos

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Brownie Bottom Cheesecake with Oreos
Brownie Bottom Cheesecake with Oreos is a scrumptious combination of two classic desserts, brownies and cheesecake, and our favorite cookie!
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Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites

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Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites
Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites is an impressive but easy hors d'oeuvre with a combination of strawberries, vinegar, and pepper.
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A completed strawberry balsamic cream cheese appetizer.

Chocolate Little Layer Cake

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Chocolate Little Layer Cake
This southern heritage Chocolate Little Layer Cake consists of tiny layers baked individually and topped with boiled chocolate icing.
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Saltine Cracker Toffee

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Saltine Cracker Toffee
Whether you call it poor man’s toffee, redneck toffee, or just plain saltine cracker toffee – this is one sweet treat you'll love!
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Easy 5-Minute Microwave Fudge

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Easy 5 Minute Microwave Fudge
This unbelievably easy 5-Minute Microwave Fudge will melt in your mouth! Rich, creamy, chocolatey fudge squares without the hassle of making temperamental, old-fashioned stovetop fudge.
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Old Fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie

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Chocolate Meringue Pie
Old-fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie with its rich chocolate filling is the ultimate chocolate lovers' indulgence perfect for any occasion.
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Vintage Mississippi Mud Cake

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Mississippi Mud Cake
Learn to make vintage Mississippi Mud Cake, a cross between brownies, cake, and s'mores! Delicious, decadent, and suitable for any occasion!
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Strawberry Icebox Cake

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Strawberry Icebox Cake
This easy no-bake Strawberry Icebox Cake is a vintage treat that features layers of graham crackers, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream for a delicious dessert with no baking required.
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Bacon and Pecan Topped Toffee

Pieces of bacon and pecan topped toffee on a serving plate.
Bacon and Pecan Topped Toffee
Bacon and Pecan Topped Toffee is made with layers of rich, buttery toffee, semi-sweet chocolate, toasted pecans, and crumbled bacon for the perfect sweet and salty treat.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
With a similar texture to brownies, these peanut butter and chocolate chip bars make a great treat for grandkids and grandparents alike!
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These easy to make, old fashioned Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars with the texture of brownies are always a hit with grandkids. And grandparents, too! https://www.lanascooking.com/peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-bars/

Chocolate Marshmallow Poke Cake

Chocolate Marshmallow Poke Cake - a fun, retro recipe that the whole family will enjoy! https://www.lanascooking.com/chocolate-marshmallow-poke-cake
Chocolate Marshmallow Poke Cake
Easy chocolate marshmallow poke cake recipe with moist devil’s food cake, creamy chocolate pudding, and toasted marshmallows. Ready in under an hour – perfect for family gatherings!
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Chocolate Marshmallow Poke Cake - chocolate cake, chocolate pudding, and toasted marshmallows in a fun, retro recipe that the whole family will enjoy! https://www.lanascooking.com/chocolate-marshmallow-poke-cake/

Whip up a batch of these homemade Strawberry Lemon Muffins today for breakfast or afternoon snacks. Their strawberry and lemon flavors will win you over while the addition of oatmeal and whole wheat flour makes them a bit healthier.

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Strawberry Lemon Muffins
Your family will love these flavorful Strawberry Lemon Muffins made with fresh strawberries, lemon zest, oatmeal, and whole wheat flour.
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These Strawberry Lemon Muffins are delicious for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. They're made a bit healthier by using oatmeal and whole wheat flour. https://www.lanascooking.com/strawberry-lemon-muffins/

Chocolate Scones

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Chocolate Scones
Chocolate Scones are a special treat that is sweeter than a traditional scone with a crunchy sugary topping.
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Chocolate-Chocolate Cake

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Chocolate-Chocolate Cake
My Chocolate-Chocolate Cake recipe produces a moist, flavorful cake layer paired with a decadent cocoa frosting for a match made in chocolate heaven.
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Caramel Mocha Latte

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Caramel Mocha Latte
Enjoy a decadent Caramel Mocha Latte as an afternoon pick-me-up or after-dinner dessert coffee with this 5-minute recipe!
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Betty Crocker Brownies

Finished brownies with chocolate drizzle on top.
Betty Crocker Brownies
Enjoy a taste of the 1950s with this vintage Betty Crocker Brownies recipe. These densely chocolatey brownies are a trip down memory lane.
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Chocolate Cherry Muffins

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Chocolate Cherry Muffins
These Chocolate Cherry Muffins combine rich chocolate flavor with tangy dried cherries. They’re quick to make and great for any time of day.
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Texas Sheet Cake

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Texas Sheet Cake
Texas Sheet Cake is a southern treat that combines a cocoa sheet cake with a chocolate and pecan icing for a decadent dessert! It's always a hit at parties and gatherings.
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Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache

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Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache is an unabashedly decadent chocolate layer topped with a smooth chocolate ganache.
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Spiced Hot Chocolate

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Homemade Spiced Hot Chocolate
Every sip of my Homemade Spiced Hot Chocolate contains a blend of cocoa, cinnamon, and nutmeg to make a comforting drink for chilly days.
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Chocolate Coconut Cheesecake

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Chocolate Coconut Cheesecake
A decadent chocolate cheesecake on a chocolate cookie and coconut base, topped with chocolate ganache and toasted coconut.
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Vintage Hot Fudge Pie

A slice of hot fudge pie on a white plate with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and vanilla ice cream surrounded by fresh raspberries.
Hot Fudge Pie
This Vintage Hot Fudge Pie is like a cross between a pie, a brownie, and a cookie. It's a very old-fashioned treat perfect for chocolate lovers of all ages!
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A slice of hot fudge pie on a white plate with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and vanilla ice cream surrounded by fresh raspberries.

Chocolate Raspberry Bar Cookies

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Chocolate Raspberry Bar Cookies
An easy bar cookie great for Valentine’s Day!
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These Chocolate Raspberry Bar Cookies are perfect for Valentine's Day! Rich, buttery batter topped with raspberry preserves and chocolate chunks. https://www.lanascooking.com/chocolate-raspberry-bar-cookies/

Chocolate Walnut Pound Cake

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Chocolate Walnut Pound Cake
A moist, rich pound cake with walnuts and a double dose of chocolate.
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Chocolate Walnut Pound Cake - A rich, moist pound cake with walnuts and a double dose of chocolate. https://www.lanascooking.com/chocolate-walnut-pound-cake/

Caramel Pecan Brownies

Caramel Pecan Brownies - decadently rich brownies with a caramel and pecan layer in the center.
Caramel Pecan Brownies
Decadently rich brownies with a caramel and pecan layer in between.
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Caramel Pecan Brownies - decadently rich brownies with a caramel and pecan layer in the center.

Triple Chocolate Slow Cooker Cake

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Slow Cooker Triple Chocolate Cake
My Slow Cooker Triple Chocolate Cake is bursting with flavor from a combination of cake mix, chocolate pudding, and semi-sweet chocolate squares. It's easy to make and great for any season!
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Praline Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies with a thick layer of creamy praline, stacked on a decorative plate.
Praline Brownies
These shortcut Praline Brownies are made with a fudgy brownie mix and topped with praline for a shortcut sweet treat!
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A frosted brownie with a thick layer of caramel-colored icing and pecans on parchment paper.

Homemade Mounds Bars Candy

Homemade Mounds Bars Candy in paper cups on a serving platter.
Mounds Bars Candy
Homemade Mounds Bars Candy – an old-fashioned homemade candy similar to the famous Mounds Bar. Add this one to your holiday cooking list.
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Berry Glazed Chocolate Cake

A slice of berry glazed chocolate cake with chocolate glaze, topped with fresh blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, served with whipped cream on a white plate.
Berry-Glazed Chocolate Cake
A decadently rich chocolate cake topped with a raspberry glaze and chocolate icing. This will be an instant family favorite!
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A slice of berry glazed chocolate cake with chocolate glaze, topped with fresh blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, served with whipped cream on a white plate.

Turtle Cookie Bars

Three chocolate-covered bars on a plate surrounded by red and green M&M candies, with a holiday mug nearby.
Turtle Cookie Bars
Like the famous Turtles candies, these cookie bars have layers of chocolate, nuts, and caramel on top of a rich, buttery shortbread crust.
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Just like the famous candies, these Turtle Cookie Bars are full of pecans, caramel, and milk chocolate over a rich, buttery shortbread base. https://www.lanascooking.com/turtle-cookie-bars

No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

A chocolate cheesecake with a slice missing, topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and mint leaves, displayed on a white cake stand.
No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake
This no bake chocolate cheesecake recipe is rich, creamy, and simple to make with a cookie-almond crust and whipped chocolate filling.
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Marbled Brownies

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Marbled Brownies
These marbled brownies use a convenient boxed mix and an easy to prepare cheesecake batter to create a cheery holiday dessert.
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I hope you found something delicious to make for you and your special someone this Valentine’s Day!

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I’m Lana Stuart, an award-winning cookbook author, food blogger, and lifelong cook raised deep in Southwest Georgia. I started Lana’s Cooking in 2009 to share the tried-and-true recipes I grew up with. Around here, the food is full of flavor, the traditions run deep, and there's always room at the table.

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