Looking for some romantic recipes for Valentine’s day? These recipes are not only budget-friendly, but festive, and a perfect way to enjoy some great food on Valentine’s day. I have found a great list of recipes from breakfast to dessert and everything in-between.
Romantic Recipes For Valentine’s Day
The economy may be rough, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Valentine’s day! Make a delicious breakfast in bed, a simple appetizer, a romantic dinner, and luxurious desserts on a budget! You don’t have to go out and spend a ton of money to enjoy Valentine’s day. Make your own romance!
Simple Budget-Friendly and Romantic Recipes For Valentines Day
This is something I do every year. We don’t usually do lunch, but I always make my husband a special breakfast, a romantic dinner, and I always make a special sweet treat for my husband as well.
It not only saves money, but his love language is acts of service, and I love cooking, and it’s special, more intimate, and we don’t have to deal with overpriced gimmicks and large crowds. That’s just not us.
So I hope you guys enjoy these recipes and have a wonderful Valentine’s day.
Sweet and Tasty Valentine’s Day Breakfast Ideas and Recipes
1. Bacon Rose Valentine’s Day Recipe
Bacon roses are perfect side for a Valentine’s day breakfast. And they’re easy to make. They may look intimidating, but bacon roses are a side I always make when it comes to Valentine’s day breakfast! Though, I’ve only put them on stems once, I put them on the plate now.
2. Strawberry Rose Valentine’s Day Recipe
Every breakfast needs a fresh element and these strawberry roses are perfect and something I’ve made, not just for Valentine’s day, but anniversaries and when I want to make a sweet or romantic dessert for my husband.
3. Muffin Mix Pancakes Valentine’s Day Recipe
Make flavored pancakes for Valentine’s day! This is another recipe I’ve made throughout the years. And you can easily make a small amount of muffin mix pancakes and make them heart shape, spell out love, make them special! If I make flavored pancakes I don’t typically use syrup, but whipped cream on top.
4. Love Toast Valentine’s Day Recipe
Love toast is pretty much the same as egg in a hole, but it’s heart shape which makes it more festive! Who doesn’t love eggs and buttery toast! It’s a classic, hearty, and goes well with the strawberry roses and the bacon roses.
5. Crepes Valentine’s Day Recipe
Crepes are so amazing and so versatile. My husband love sweet crepes and I prefer savory crepes. So I wanted to add recipes of both so there is something for everyone!
- Strawberries and Cream Crepe Recipe
- Chocolate and Raspberry Crepe Recipe
- Banana and Nutella Crepe Recipe
- Chicken Florentine Crepe Recipe
- Ham and Swiss Crepe Recipe
- Smoked Salmon Crepe Recipe
Deliciously Simple and Romantic Valentine’s Day Appetizer Recipes
6. Heart Shaped Easy Bruschetta Valentine’s Day Recipe
Bruschetta is such a delicious and easy appetizer to make. Make it super sweet by making it heart shaped. Perfect appetizer before dinner and it’s budget friendly to make! Everyone will love the savory, fresh, bready goodness of this heart shaped bruschetta Valentine’s day recipe.
7. Skewered Ravioli With Dipping Sauce Valentine’s Day Recipe
This skewered Ravioli with a creamy tomato dipping sauce is perfect! I would say the only thing that may make this ravioli Valentine’s day appetizer better is if you fried the ravioli. But that’s just me. It isn’t too expensive which I appreciate. It feels like splurging without going crazy!
8. Mozzarella Stuffed Hearts Valentine’s Day Recipe
Love cheese? Crispy pie dough? Then you will love this mozzarella stuffed heart Valentine’s day recipe. It’s cheesy, sweet, salty, with a delicious marinara sauce. Budget-friendly and easy! Perfect as an appetizer for Valentine’s day!
9. Caprese Skewers Valentine’s Day Recipe
Caprese skewers are simple to make, the mozzarella is a little more expensive, but it’s so good. Herby, tomatoey, cheesy, with a dash of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It’s simple yet delicious. Fresh and light, perfect before a heavy dinner.
10. Garlic Marinated Tomatoes On Toast With Ricotta Valentine’s Day Recipe
Take some time to marinate tomatoes with garlic and oil. It’s such a cheap way to make a delicious appetizer. The garlicy tomatoes are fresh and the ricotta is rich. If you aren’t a fan of ricotta you could easily use mascarpone or cream cheese. Don’t forget to toast the bread beforehand! This garlic marinated tomato on toast recipe is sure to be a hit.
Savory and Hearty Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner Recipes
11. Homemade Potato Gnocchi In A Cream Sauce Valentine’s Day Recipe
Homemade potato gnocchi is so easy to make, cheap to make, and goes well with a cream sauce of béchamel sauce. Want veggies to go with it? Add some mushrooms and spinach to your cream sauce or some tomatoes. You can also add a protein to eat with it like chicken or steak!
12. Marry Me Chicken Valentine’s Day Recipe
If you aren’t married yet, you will be after you make this marry me chicken recipe! Chicken, cream, veggies, herbs, and a little heat is perfect for Valentine’s day dinner. Add some cream mashed potatoes on the side and maybe some garlic lemon green beans and you have yourself a meal (and mainly some leftovers.)
13. Alfredo Salmon Valentine’s Day Recipe
I love salmon, and so does my husband. And when I could have dairy alfredo was my favorite type of pasta. Combine the two and this alfredo salmon pasta recipe is the perfect meal for Valentine’s day. Enjoy a fresh salad beforehand and enjoy some garlic bread. Delicious!
14. Chicken Avocado Pasta Valentine’s Day Recipe
Want a full meal? This is it! Chicken breast sliced up, tomato and avocado pasta, salad, and garlic bread! This is perfect for Valentine’s day and fairly budget-friendly. A great way to splurge and still eat mostly healthy. This chicken avocado pasta is perfect for Valentine’s day!
15. Sesame Hoisin Pork Tenderloin Valentine’s Day Recipe
While I don’t like soy, and usually substitute it for other salty umami flavors, this pork tenderloin is delicious, simple, and has a healthy side of carrots. This sesame hoisin pork tenderloin recipe is sure to a hit.
Sweet and Rich Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes That Say I Love You
16. Chocolate Covered Strawberry Valentine’s Day Recipe
What is more iconic than chocolate covered strawberries. They can be plain or festive. These are also my husband’s favorite. White chocolate, milk chocolate, dark chocolate…use your favorite chocolate with your strawberries. They all taste great together!
17. Homemade Valentine’s Day Brownie Recipe
Make a gooey brownie with some sweet chocolate frosting! Add sprinkles to make it festive. Or be wild and maybe add a nice scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!
18. Valentine’s Day Dessert Truffle Recipe
I always called these Oreo truffles, wonderful balls of goodness, and they were one of my favorite desserts, again when I could have dairy. Oreos, cream cheese, dark chocolate, and sprinkles make the richest and most delicious dessert!
19. Sweet and Simple Strawberry Shortcake Valentine’s Day Recipe
Who doesn’t like strawberry shortcake? It’s one of my husband’s most favorite desserts. It’s sweet from the fruit, tangy, creamy, and the spongy cake makes it so much better!
20. No Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake Valentine’s Day Recipe
I grew up eating no bake cheesecake. It was one of my favorite desserts. And red velvet cake is one of my favorite cakes. Mix them together and you a rich, chocolatey, and amazing dessert which will quickly become a beloved Valentine’s day recipe.
Romantic Recipes For Valentine’s Day
These Valentine’s Day recipes are perfect for a romantic day of food. From breakfast to appetizers and dinner, the love of your life is sure to enjoy these recipes immensely! Many of them I have tried with my family and they are recipes I use on a regular basis. So with that, Happy Valentine’s Day!
