15 Valentine's Dinner and Dessert Recipes That Are Perfect For Two

Jamie Sherman
·3-min read

Lemon Raspberry Tarts for Two

If you plan on making a Valentine's Day dinner for two this year, we've compiled a list of delicious meals and deserts designed for duos, from Broiled Lobster Tails, Braised Lamb Shanks and Balsamic Mushroom Pasta to share, followed by Texas Sheet Cake and Lemon Raspberry Tarts for Two. Fettuccine alfredo to share? Molten chocolate lava cakes for two? These all sound like the perfect recipes to make when you want to impress someone special.

With these 15 special Valentine's Day recipes for two, the hardest part will be deciding which one to start with!

Related: 15 Best Valentine's Day Desserts for Two

Special Valentine's Day Recipes for Two

<p>Toaster Oven Love</p><p>Roasted sweet potato rounds are perfect for the holidays or anytime you need an easy snack, side dish, or appetizer.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://toasterovenlove.com/addictive-roasted-sweet-potato-rounds/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds</a></strong></p>
<p>Love Bakes Good Cakes</p><p>Perfect for when you only need a few servings, this Texas Sheet Cake for Two is quick and easy to make!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lovebakesgoodcakes.com/texas-sheet-cake-for-two/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Texas Sheet Cake for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Texas Sheet Cake for Two</a></strong></p>
<p>Call Me PMC</p><p>3-Ingredient Biscuits for Two is the perfect serving for two people or one if you’re really hungry.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.callmepmc.com/3-ingredient-biscuits-for-two/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:3-Ingredient Biscuits for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">3-Ingredient Biscuits for Two</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1157312/katieworkman/family-style-valentines-day-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:22 Easy Family-Style Recipes for Valentine's Day;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">22 Easy Family-Style Recipes for Valentine's Day</a></strong></p>
<p>Girl Gone Gourmet</p><p>This balsamic mushroom pasta for two is a reader favorite.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.girlgonegourmet.com/balsamic-mushroom-pasta/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Balsmic Mushroom Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Balsmic Mushroom Pasta</a></strong></p>
<p>Caroline's Cooking</p><p>You need to be a little patient to enjoy these braised lamb shanks, but there’s not much hands-on work and they are so worth the wait.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.carolinescooking.com/braised-lamb-shanks/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Braised Lamb Shanks;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Braised Lamb Shanks</a></strong></p>
<p>Real Housemoms</p><p>This Cherry Cordial Skillet Cookie is the perfect decadent, gooey sweet treat for two!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://realhousemoms.com/cherry-cordial-chocolate-skillet-cookie-for-two/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cherry Cordial Chocolate Skillet Cookie for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cherry Cordial Chocolate Skillet Cookie for Two</a></strong></p>
<p>With A Blast</p><p>Glazed Chicken with Cherries And Baby Spinach is a quick and easy main dish.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.withablast.net/glazed-chicken-with-cherries-baby-spinach/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Glazed Chicken with Cherries And Baby Spinach;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Glazed Chicken with Cherries And Baby Spinach</a></strong></p>
<p>Cadry's Kitchen</p><p>Flavorful vegan jackfruit carnitas tacos are infused with red wine, cumin, ancho chili powder and coriander.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cadryskitchen.com/2018/09/10/vegan-jackfruit-carnitas-tacos/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos with Red Wine;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos with Red Wine</a></strong></p>
<p>What A Girl Eats</p><p>Broiled lobster tail is a decadent, impressive, but easy-to-make dinner.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://whatagirleats.com/easy-broiled-lobster-tail/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Broiled Lobster Tail;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Broiled Lobster Tail</a></strong></p>
<p>Karen's Kitchen</p><p>When you want classic lasagne for dinner, but do not want to make a full casserole of this hearty dish, make this lasagne for two.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.karenskitchenstories.com/2018/10/lasagne-for-two-or-three.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Lasagna for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Lasagna for Two</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/feel-love-valentines-day-25-184211303.html" data-ylk="slk:25 Best Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">25 Best Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Cooking On The Front Burner</p><p>Lemon Raspberry Tarts for Two is the perfect dessert recipe to share with someone special!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.cookingonthefrontburners.com/lemon-raspberry-tarts-dessert-for-two-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Lemon Raspberry Tarts for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Lemon Raspberry Tarts for Two</a></strong></p>
<p>Live Well Bake Often</p><p>These Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two are the perfect small-batch dessert!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.livewellbakeoften.com/molten-chocolate-lava-cakes-for-two/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two</a></strong></p>
<p>Dancing Through The Rain</p><p>This skillet chicken recipe is flavorful and easy to make!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://dancingthroughtherain.com/skillet-chicken-with-mushrooms/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Skillet Chicken with Mushrooms;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Skillet Chicken with Mushrooms</a></strong></p>
<p>Love Bakes Good Cakes</p><p>Four ingredients and 10 minutes are all you need for Homemade Alfredo Sauce!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lovebakesgoodcakes.com/homemade-alfredo-sauce/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Alfredo Sauce;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Alfredo Sauce</a></strong></p>
<p>Platter Talk</p><p>Cayenne Seared Pork Chops with Orange-Glazed Carrots are an easy and flavorful fall meal.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plattertalk.com/cayenne-seared-pork-chops-with-orange-glazed-carrots/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cayenne Seared Pork Chops with Orange-Glazed Carrots;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cayenne Seared Pork Chops with Orange-Glazed Carrots</a></strong></p>

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