Last Minute Valentine’s Recipes

A gin and chartreuse cocktail – from Jay and Leah at The Gastronom Blog – Funny story about my grandmother and her first experience with chartreuse… involving a dock and a slight buzz… I’ll tell you later…

From Amanda at Striped Spatula, this Boulevardier is sexy as hell! We'll take two, please.

This gimlet checks all the boxes, gorgeous red color, elderflower and rose -- and a pretty coupe glass. Thanks to Emily at Resplendent Kitchen for sharing her recipe.

Mandi of the Mountains casts a spell with her Love Potion cocktail. Made with raspberry flavored vodka and and liqueur with pink champagne... feel the buzz.https://cloveandcumin.com/strawberry-mocktail/

If you're trying to be festive (and keep your wits about you) Try this sparkling strawberry Mojito (minus the booze) from Clove and Cumin. We love the heart shaped strawberries.

The rose-colored blush on this strawberry mimosa is just what this Valentine's Day calls for. Taryn and Paul from A Grill For All Seasons are to thank for the recipe.

Kayleigh at Cinnamon and Sage has a festive raspberry daiquiri that makes a perfect cocktail for Valentine's Day. Feeling thirsty?

This one is a potent sipper, and not overly sweet with vodka, amaretto, pomegranate and lemon juice.

Want a non-alcoholic love potion? Katy at Mitten Girl shares her favorite sparkling strawberry pink lemonade recipe.

This cocktail is creamy, boozy and sweet - making it an excellent drink both before and after dinner (maybe drink your dessert instead).

Butterfly Pea Flower gives this mocktail it's distinctive color. The recipe comes from Simply Suwannee - and it's a delicious as it is beautiful.

You can't go wrong with these pink margaritas from Jaclyn at Crayons & Cravings. A splash of grenadine gives it that signature color.

Stuffed mushrooms go one step beyond when filled with a rich crabmeat filling. This recipe comes from Artney at My Pretty Brown Eats.

The vibrant color of this beet hummus is perfect for a Valentine's Day appetizer. Serve with soft or crunchy pita chips. Thanks to Elena at Happy Kitchen for this recipe.

There's nothing as simple or delicious as tomato topped Bruschetta. Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen does it right!

What's not to love about a molten brie topped with fruits, nuts, honey and apricot jam? You'll love this recipe from Clove & Cumin.

With shrimp and three kinds of cheese spread over baguette rounds - you've never had Shrimp Toasts like the one's from Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen.

Roasted Grape Crostini will tug at your heartstrings. The warm grapes over soft goat cheese and crunchy crostini is irresistible.

Nothing says romance like oysters on the halfshell. Shuck a dozen and top with a simple shallot mignonette. Delicious with chilled bubbly.

This is an easy, but decadent, no-cook Valentine's appetizer. Stone crabs come cooked, so all you need is a 5-minute mustard sauce for dipping.

This truffle hummus from Nelo at Next In Lime says the nuttiness from tahini, the zing of lemon, and the subtle hint of garlic come together with the truffle flavor oh-so-well.

Fresh rounds of mozzarella and grape tomatoes with basil and balsamic dressing are quick, easy and delicious over toasted crostini. Thanks to Katy at Mitten Girl for sharing her recipe.

This white bean dip is made from canned white beans and has roasted garlic and herbs. Use the food processor to whip it up. Can be served at room temperature or slightly warm with crackers or toasts.

Pour a glass of wine and dig into this whipped ricotta seasoned with thyme, crushed red pepper, lemon zest, and pistachios. Honey sweetens the deal. Thanks to Mariska at My Chef's Apron for sharing her recipe.

If you want a tasteful salad to start before your Valentine's meal, this lovely arugula salad with whet your appetite. Recipe courtesy of Mandi of the Mountains.

Let's start with the obvious choice for Valentine's Dinner... Lobster Tails. This easy recipe from Cynthia at What A Girl Eats is perfect for this special occasion.

This easy salmon recipe is quick, but gourmet! Quynh from Savory Sweet Spoon broils the fish until it's until the outside is beautifully crisp and the inside is perfectly moist.

With a blend of wild mushrooms and black truffle butter, this risotto is over the top! Thanks to Eden from Sweet Tea and Thyme for sharing her recipe.

From Nourish and Fete, roasted tomato pasta is absolutely delicious and takes just 6 ingredients and about 20 minutes.

Artney from My Pretty Brown Eats makes this peanut curry shrimp in just 40 minutes. We love this unusual flavor pairing for Valentine's Day - like you and your sweetie are one-of-a-kind.

Lemon spaghetti with tender bites of Asparagus and sweet seared scallops make a delicious Valentine's Dinner idea. The scallops cook in less time than it takes to make pasta. Thanks to Sean at Diversivore for his recipe.

Chicken marsala is simply pounded sauteed chicken breasts in a sweet Marsalad wine sauce with mushrooms. It can be served over noodles or mashed potatoes for a luxuriously romantic meal... From Valerie's Kitchen.

You’ll like this one because it’s a complete meal in under an hour — and half of that time is roasting… so you can, you know, sip some wine and make kissy-face.

Fish is an ideal dinner idea for Valentine's Day because it cooks so quickly and you can get a beautiful sear on the skin. This simple pan-seared sea bass from Sue Bee Homemaker tastes as succulent as it looks.

Sounds fancy, right? It is, but it's also ridiculously quick and easy! Costco sells these racks for about $12-14 and they will easily feed 2-3 people. And what’s more carnal than gnawing the meat off a bone?

Poaching salmon is a super easy, and this 20-minute dinner comes out with big flavor every time. Thanks to Dana at Killing Thyme for sharing her recipe.

Pillowy gnocchi and sweet, crisp-tender asparagus are coated with a rich, yet not too heavy, cream sauce. Thanks to Sophie at Delightful Plate for sharing this Valentine's Dinner recipe.

Jazzmine from Dash of Jazz doesn't mess around with this quick and easy Valentine's Dinner Idea - 10 minutes on a sheet pan is all it takes for this shrimp and scallop dinner. If you've got extra time, serve them with cooked pasta, rice or even mashed potatoes.

Dress up a plain chicken breast with this recipe stuffed with apple and brie cheese. Elysia at Haute & Healthy Living is the brainchild behind this easy Valentine's dinner idea.

This seafood feast from Sue at Sue Bee Homemaker is a feast for the senses. Made with super-fresh scallops, shrimp, tomatoes, white wine and garlic in perfectly prepared pasta. Pour a glass of chilled wine and enjoy!

Pasta with a bright purple beet sauce is a more literal approach to Valentine's dinner recipes, but it works so well. From Sava's Kitch, this dish pairs the earthy sweetness of beets, rich cream cheese, and al dente pasta topped with crunchy walnuts pieces and a good sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Yum!

If you never thought of a sheet pan dinner being sexy, think again! Eden from Sweet Tea and Thyme bakes salmon to the perfect doneness by adding it to the sheet pan after the potatoes have already roasted partway. The lemon butter sauce is legit.

This cozy risotto from Dana's Table will make you feel all warm inside. All you need are six main ingredients and about 40 minutes for this sultry dish.

Bethany from A Simple Palate makes a hearty, delicious cherry tomato pasta that can't be beat. Pour the wine and tuck into this vegetarian meal with your significant other.

If you can't get to Hawaii for your Valentine's Day, this Hawaiian garlic shrimp is the next best thing. This recipe from Mikha Eats is super delicious and she recommends leaving the shells on to add an extra layer of flavor - so there's less to do.

Pork tenderloin is tender and lean - and because most cuts are between ¾-1 pound each, they cook very quickly on a sheet pan. This recipe from Catherine at Chew Out Loud adds roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Zhen from Greedy Girl Gourmet says there's no alcohol in the recipe. Instead, it comes from the sweet, salty, and savory sauce that is so spicy that it'll wake up drunks and cure their hangovers. And this 20-minute recipe will wake up your senses for the rest of your Valentine's activities.

Let's start with the obvious - chocolate. Elena from Happy Kitchen has a VEGAN recipe for Chocolate Truffles that will melt your beloved's heart.

Store bought puff pastry, simple cream cheese layer and sliced strawberries make beautiful Valentine's Day tarts your sweetie will swoon for. Thanks to Aleksandra at Everyday Delicious for sharing her recipe.

From Courtney’s Sweets – these little chocolates are especially great if you don’t have a sitter for the kids…

From Imagelicious, these chocolate puddings are healthy and super fast to make, you can eat this and skip the gym to sleep in the next day! BONUS!

From Aleksandra at Everyday Delicious, these delicious apples with creamy, crunchy chocolate centers, and flaky puff pastry make this dessert really exceptional.

Want an easy showstopper dessert for Valentine's Day? These healthy chocolate mousse spoons are one bite wonders without the guilt.

This looks fancy, but it's actually super easy to prepare. Get the Pro-tips from Fox and Briar on how to make chocolate fondue at home.

Maretha at The Cinnamon Jar shares her cloud-like recipe for Mascarpone Strawberry stuffed croissants. You could even make them for breakfast if you're inclined.

Outrageously rich and chocolatey, this molten chocolate lava cake from Shadi at Unicorns in the Kitchen is the perfect dessert for two.

Fluffy and light, these Strawberry Mousse cups fit a keto lifestyle, which means its full-fat, without sugar. (If you're not following a special diet - swap Erythritol for granulated sugar).

If candy is your thing, make your own pink chocolate bark with this recipe by Jennifer from Brunch and Batter.

The easy peanut butter and rice krispie filling gives a satisfying crackle to these chocolate dipped truffles. Sea salt elevates the finish.

Red Velvet Cookies with white chocolate drizzle is a perfect Valentine's dessert recipe for kids and adults alike. Thanks to Julianne at Bonni Bakery for sharing.

You only need half an hour to assemble these plush berry parfaits layered with chantilly cream and spiked with Cointreau.

Homemade chocolate mousse in 15 minutes? Yep. Get the secret from Veronica at Foodle Club.

Jack Slobodian shares his red velvet lava cake, a lush, indulgent chocolate Valentine dessert you and your sweetie will love.

When all else fails, this homemade espresso fudge sauce adds fudgy richness to your favorite store-bought ice cream. It only takes about 5 minutes to make and the results are dreamy.