25 Galentine’s Day Desserts That Are Waaayyyy Better Than a Boyfriend

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25 Galentine’s Day Desserts That Are Waaayyyy Better Than a Boyfriend1/24 Black Forest Tart 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Black Forest Tart Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cherry pie filling and a melted chocolate drizzle top a rich, fudgy cake made from chocolate cookie crumbs. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 2/24 Chocolate Cheesecake 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone’s a

chocolate lover when it comes to this chocolate cheesecake

chocolate lover when it comes to this chocolate cheesecake. It melts in your mouth, and it’s very smooth and fudgy. For a fun taste twist, spoon cherry or strawberry topping over each slice right before serving. —Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana 3/24 Mango Cream Tart 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fresh, luscious tart makes me happy!—Jami Geittmann, Art Director, Taste of Home Magazine 4/24 Chocolate Cake 206 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16

But it paid off

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Years ago, I drove 4-1/2 hours to a cake contest, holding my entry on my lap the whole way. But it paid off. One bite and you’ll see why this velvety beauty was named the best chocolate cake recipe and won first prize. —Sandra Johnson, Tioga, Pennsylvania 5/24 Strawberry Gelato 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Gelato Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll love this smooth and creamy gelato with bright strawberry flavor and just

a hint of sea salt and honey

a hint of sea salt and honey. Fresh raspberries or blackberries can be substituted for the strawberries if you prefer. If your berries are tart, add a touch more sugar or honey. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon 6/24 Chocolate-Topped Strawberry Cheesecake 16 Reviews Chocolate-Topped Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy and airy, this gorgeous dessert is the perfect special something for a summer dinner party. I love the mix of smooth strawberry cheesecake and crumbly chocolate crust—and how elegant it looks on the table.

—Julie Merriman, Seattle,

—Kathy Berger, Dry Ridge, Kentucky 7/24 Salted Caramel Cappuccino Cheesecake 23 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Salted Caramel Cappuccino Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After spending years living in Seattle, I’ve become a coffee junkie! I had to relocate across the country for a time, so I created this cheesecake with the flavors of salted caramel, coffee and espresso. It lifted me up on days when I felt blue about leaving one of the world’s amazing coffee destinations. —Julie Merriman, Seattle,

Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect

Washington 8/24 Strawberry Pie 70 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For my mother’s birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama 9/24 Black Forest Sandwich Cookies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Black Forest Sandwich Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to

Add chocolate chips to the batter and you’ve got some seriously

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Speed up prep time for these sandwich cookies by using chocolate wafers from the cookie aisle. You can even make them ahead of time if you need a few extra minutes to decorate for a party. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 10/24 Fudgy Brownie Recipe 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ultimate Fudgy Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Coffee granules enhance the chocolate flavor in these amazingly fudgy brownies. Add chocolate chips to the batter and you’ve got some seriously

irresistible treats

irresistible treats. —Sarah Farmer, Waukesha, Wisconsin 11/24 Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our daughter first astounded us with her cooking talents when she made this cheesecake at 13 years of age. With a unique cookie crumb crust and extra-creamy filling, people think this dessert was made by a gourmet baker! —Kathleen Gualano, Cary, Illinois 12/24 Lime Tart 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Best Lime Tart

This is one of my husband’s favorite desserts

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This treat is the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and the almonds in the crust are just wonderful. This is one of my husband’s favorite desserts. Enjoy! —Charis O’Connell, Mohnton, Pennsylvania 13/24 Raspberry Ice Cream Delight 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Raspberry Ice Cream Delight Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This gorgeous make-ahead dessert is a light, refreshing ending to a summer meal. I

first made it for my aunt’s 85th birthday dinner and everyone loved it!

first made it for my aunt’s 85th birthday dinner and everyone loved it! —Nancy Whitford, Edwards, New York 14/24 Chocolate Mousse 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Semisweet Chocolate Mousse Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend shared this rich, velvety mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it’s easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California 15/24 White Texas Sheet Cake 109 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JoJO Baccam for Taste

This cake gets better the longer it sits, so I try to make it a day ahead

of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This cake gets better the longer it sits, so I try to make it a day ahead. My mother-in-law introduced this deliciously rich sheet cake to me. With its creamy frosting and light almond flavor, no one can stop at just one piece! —Joanie Ward, Brownsburg, Indiana 16/24 Cherry Cheese Cupcakes 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pretty cream cheese cups that look

It’s a rich, comforting dessert

like cupcakes are always my home-baked contribution to our church’s Christmas party. The holidays inspired the cheery garnish of cherries, and I often add mint leaves for even more seasonal color. —Leanne Beagley, Rochester, New York 17/24 Chocolate Bread Pudding 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a fun recipe because the chocolate makes it different from traditional bread pudding. It’s a rich, comforting dessert. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas 18/24 Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage)

13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a dessert that looks as great as it tastes, this one can’t be beat! Layers of rich pound cake, luscious cream and sweet strawberries make this treat very inviting. —Marnie Stoughton, Glenburnie, Ontario 19/24 Brownie Affogato Sundaes Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We can’t resist brownie sundaes. I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage)

—Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania 21/24 Chocolate Pudding Pizza

idea with a brownie to get this decadent sundae that mixes it all in there: warm, cold, sweet and salty. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington 20/24 Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pretty layers of graham cracker crumbs, tasty filling and fruit topping make these cherry cream cheese desserts a standout! For a nice change, you can substitute blueberry pie filling or another fruit flavor for the filling called for in the recipe. —Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania 21/24 Chocolate Pudding Pizza

You’ll fall in love with this sweet treat

4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My sister Brenda and I made up this recipe while talking on the phone. My family loved the classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter presented in a whole new way. —LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma 22/24 Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll fall in love with this sweet treat. Each silky slice is

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