21 Desserts That Will Make Your Valentine "Melt"

21 Desserts That Will Make Your Valentine "Melt". From gooey molten lava cakes and decadent brownies, to Paleo and vegan-friendly confections, there's something melty for every sweetheart!

Valentine's Day is just a week away, and I have been doing the public service of daily reminders + recipe ideas over on Instagram & Facebook for those of you with a significant other who expects the day to be recognized. I have mentioned in the past that I've never been one to get too swoony over such things, and I'm here to report that nothing has changed this year... although I did ask my husband if we could set aside a day to clean the garage together as my "Valentine's Day gift." Sad but true fact.

However, if my love could be bought or bolstered by something tangible -- and I'm not saying it could be -- but if there were something that could weaken my resolve... it might, in fact, be one of the things that I'm about to share in the collection below.

While flowers don't make me melt, actual melty, ooey-gooey desserts do and I'm not ashamed to say it. That's why I've put together this round up of some of the meltiest, chocolatiest, dreamiest desserts I've laid eyeballs on {and have been given permission to share}.

So, if you're trying to win over someone like me who couldn't care less about baubles but goes week in the knees over bonbons, take a peek at the recipes below and try your hand at one of them. You might just convert them into a romantic {at least for the day}. Go on. You can thank me later.

Molten Cakes

Molten Cakes, aside from being one of the most popular desserts in chain restaurants and cruise liners, are the ultimate in, well, "food porn" with their rich, decadent reputation and oozy chocolate centers. From "Lava Cake for 2" to serveral classic Molten recipes, these are just a few of the ways you can make sure your night is hot, hot, hot.

Easy Chocolate Lava Cake for 2 :

Molten Chocolate Cake:

Best Ever Easy Chocolate Lava Cakes:

Molten Chocolate Cake (with Raspberries):

Vegan Gooey Chocolate Merlot Pudding Cake:

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Treats

One of the most classic pairings with melted chocolate are plump, juicy strawberries! These recipes take the irresistible combo up a notch {and may just make you need to loosen your belt out a notch, too}. 

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecakes:

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies:

{Gluten Free} Chocolate Strawberry Bread Pudding:

Skinnier Sweets

Nothing can kill the mood more than derailing someone's diet plan or serving them something that they don't eat. Though the recipes below are "better for you", they aren't lacking any of the wow-factor!

Paleo Chocolate Melting Cakes:

Paleo Salted Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie:

{Paleo} Molten Lava  Mug Cake:

{Vegan} Flourless 5 Minute S'Mores Molten Lava Cake:

Dips, Drips & Drizzles

I promised you something for everyone, and I'm here to deliver. If you haven't found "the one" in the categories above, here are some more chocolaty options that might do the job of capturing your attention and your sweetie's heart.

3-Ingredient Chocolate Lava Dip:

Frangelico Chocolate Mousse:

Vegan Chocolate Ganache Torte:

Profiteroles (Cream Filled Pastry Puffs):

Lorna Doone Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars with Salted Caramel & Marshmallow Cream:

Peanut Butter Brownie Truffles:

 Non-Chocolate Ways to Say 'I Love You'

I'm about to admit something shocking, so brace yourself: Not all people love chocolate. I KNOW BECAUSE I'M MARRIED TO ONE OF THOSE WEIRDOS. What can I say; you can't choose who you fall in love with. Even sweethearts with an aversion to chocolate deserve dessert on Valentine's Day. Check out the options below {and then examine your relationship because who doesn't love chocolate???}.

Berry-Orange Pavlova Cake:

Elderflower Cookie Bites with Raspberries:

Sticky Toffee Pudding: