Best Valentine’s Day Recipes | Valentine’s Day Menu Ideas

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You know, Valentine’s Day has this way of sneaking up on me every year. One minute it’s New Year’s, and the next thing I know, love is in the air, and everyone’s talking about fancy dinners and heart-shaped desserts. If you’re anything like me, you probably want to do something special – without spending hours in the kitchen or stressing over a complicated menu. That’s exactly why I put together some of my all-time favorite recipes for Valentine’s Day. Simple, delicious, and perfect for setting the mood.

I still vividly remember my first attempt at a “romantic dinner.” Let’s just say, burnt pasta and an undercooked chocolate cake weren’t exactly the dreamy meal I had in mind. But hey, we live and learn, right? Over time, I figured out that the best Valentine’s day recipes are the ones that feel effortless but taste like you put in a ton of love. Whether it’s a rich, creamy pasta, a decadent dessert, or a fun appetizer to snack on, there’s always a way to make the day feel special – without any kitchen disasters!

So, if you’re wondering what to whip up this Valentine’s Day, don’t worry – I’ve got you covered. Whether you’re cooking for your partner, your best friends, or just treating yourself (because self-love is just as important!), these recipes will make your celebration extra sweet. Let’s dive in!

Best Valentine's Day Recipes

Best Valentine’s Day Special Recipes Ideas To Impress Your Partner

1. Eggless Chocolate Collar Cake Recipe

Close-up of the chocolate collar wrapped around the cake's sides

Eggless Chocolate Collar Cake Recipe

Chocolate Collar Cake is a decadent, gooey, yummy chocolate cake wrapped in a chocolate collar. The cake is not only...
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2. Eggless Buttercream Garden Cake Recipe

Close-up of intricate buttercream flowers on top of the eggless garden cake

Eggless Buttercream Garden Cake Recipe

Buttercream garden cake brings in the true spring feels. Moist, delicious, colorful chocolate cake. The cake is truly decadent and...
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3. Eggless & Fudgy Crinkle Top Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Eggless and Gooey Chocolate Brownies with Crinkle Top

Eggless & Fudgy Crinkle Top Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Eggless Crinkle Top Chocolate Brownies is heaven on earth! I have been struggling with a crinkle-top eggless brownie recipe for...
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4. Eggless Black and Gold Chocolate Ganache Cake Recipe

Black Chocolate Ganache Cake for any occasion

Eggless Black and Gold Chocolate Ganache Cake Recipe

Black and Gold Chocolate Ganache Cake is all the stuff your date dreams are made of. It is chocolate in...
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5. Buttercream Chocolate Cake

Buttercream Chocolate Cake

Buttercream Chocolate Cake

Buttercream Chocolate Cake is an all season cake as it can stay nicely on counter top also for few hours...
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6. Best Chocolate Babka Recipe

Close-up of a freshly baked Chocolate Babka with swirled layers of chocolate

Best Chocolate Babka Recipe

Chocolate Babka bread is an eggless sweet bread made with braiding the dough and splitting it open before baking. A...
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7. Choco Chunky Cookies

Stack of Choco Chip Cookies showcasing the chocolate chips on the top

Choco Chunky Cookies

Choco Chunky Cookies are eggless cookies made with chopped chocolate chunks. The bite-sized chunk makes them extra delicious and a...
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8. No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

Rich and decadent No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cake ready for any occasion

No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cake is a rich and decadent chocolate-based no-bake dessert. Made with ganache and crushed cookies or biscuits,...
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9. Best Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

A stack of freshly baked double chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack

Best Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are decadent and chewy cookies. Made with two types of chocolate flavor - cocoa powder and...
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10. Choco Lava Cake

Choco Lava Cake

Choco Lava Cake

Choco Lava Cake is a chocolate lover's gooey dream. It is full of decadence in each bite. The melt in...
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11. Red Velvet Mini Cake

Red Velvet Mini Cake

Red Velvet Mini Cake

Red Velvet Mini Cakes make a great Valentine day special treat. These are made without addition of artificial red color....
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12. Homemade Race Track Cake Recipe: Best Birthday Cake for Kids

Detailed view of the intricate designs and decorations on the race track birthday cake

Homemade Race Track Cake Recipe: Best Birthday Cake for Kids

Race Track Cake is a perfect theme cake for your kid's birthday party. Make this cake easily at home and...
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13. Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe

Close-up of a steaming cup of rich homemade hot chocolate topped with whipped cream

Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe

Hot Chocolate is a winter specialty chocolate drink that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Hot chocolate is prepared...
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14. Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes

Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes

Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes

Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes is a kid friendly eggless dessert. Whipped ganache is swirled on top. Everyone loves a bite of...
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15. Chocolate Mud Cake

Chocolate Mud Cake with Mascarpone Coffee Topping

Chocolate Mud Cake

Chocolate Mud Cake is a dense chocolate-y cake topped with Mascarpone Coffee Topping. Homemade mascarpone is added to whipped cream...
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16. Eggless Chocolate Mocha Cake Recipe

Individual slice of Eggless Chocolate Mocha Cake on a dessert plate

Eggless Chocolate Mocha Cake Recipe

Eggless Mocha Cake is a coffee and chocolate flavored cake topped with Chocolate Glaze or melted ganache. This a great...
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17. Healthy Spinach Ragi (Finger Millet) Brownies Recipe

Rich and moist Chocolate Spinach Ragi Brownies, ideal for health-conscious desserts

Healthy Spinach Ragi (Finger Millet) Brownies Recipe

Spinach Ragi Brownies are decadent healthy brownies with a healthy twist if using spinach puree and made with ragi millet...
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18. M&M Pinata Cake Recipe

A beautifully decorated M&M Pinata Cake with a rainbow of M&Ms on top

M&M Pinata Cake Recipe

M&M Pinata Cake is an eggless surprise cake. Chocolate cake layers are assembled with a hole in the center. This...
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19. Easy Tiramisu Cake Recipe | Tiramisu Chocolate Cake

A whole Tiramisu Cake garnished with chocolate curls

Easy Tiramisu Cake Recipe | Tiramisu Chocolate Cake

Tiramisu Cake is a layered cake made with layers of coffee, chocolate, and vanilla. It is then filled with Ganache...
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20. Butterfly Inside Cake Recipe

Close-up of a butterfly inside cake slice showing its vibrant design

Butterfly Inside Cake Recipe

Butterfly Inside Cake is another surprise cake. It reveals a great butterfly pattern when sliced. A cake layer is baked...
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21. Choco Chip Cookies

Choco Chip Cookies

Choco Chip Cookies

Choco Chip Cookies is a staple of cookie diet! Made with chocolate chips, these cookies hit all the right notes....
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22. Healthy Cucumber Brownies (or Zucchini Brownies) Recipe

A plate of rich, fudgy cucumber brownies topped with the chocolate nuts

Healthy Cucumber Brownies (or Zucchini Brownies) Recipe

Cucumber (or Zucchini) Brownie is perfect for feeding kids some veggie goodness. Hide the vegetables, and grains in the brownies...
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23. Eggless Black Forest Cake Recipe

Whole eggless black forest cake decorated with chocolate shavings and cherries

Eggless Black Forest Cake Recipe

Black Forest Cake is a delicious cake which gets it's name from being dark, chocolatey with hints of red cherries...
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24. Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Chocolate Zucchini Bread is a sweet quickbread for everyday breakfast. It is a kid-friendly recipe for the fussy eater's tiffin....
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25. Chocolate Sprinkle Cake

Sprinkle Birthday Cake with Whipped Cream

Chocolate Sprinkle Cake

Chocolate Sprinkle Cake is a chocolate layered cake with simple filling and frosting of Whipped Cream. It is then topped...
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26. No-Bake Chocolate Strawberry Tart Recipe

Close-up of a slice of no-bake chocolate strawberry tart with fresh strawberries on top

No-Bake Chocolate Strawberry Tart Recipe

No-Bake Chocolate Strawberry Tart or strawberry chocolate tart is a decadent tart made for those days when you don't want...
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27. Eggless Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake Recipe | Chocolate Marble Cake

Close-up of the marbled swirl pattern on the Eggless Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake

Eggless Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake Recipe | Chocolate Marble Cake

Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake is a delicious tea cake. A small portion of chocolate batter is poured on top of...
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28. Wine Roasted Strawberry Brownies

Wine Roasted Strawberry Brownies

Wine Roasted Strawberry Brownies

Wine Roasted Strawberry Brownies is the best thing I could make! The flavors of wine, chocolate and roasted strawberries is...
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29. Oats Brownie Cookies

Whole Wheat and Oat Dark Chocolate Brownie Cookies

Oats Brownie Cookies

Oats Brownie Cookies are the perfect choice if you love both cookies and brownies. These cookies are chewy, soft, and...
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30. How to make Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate Ganache | Basics | How To

How to make Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate Ganache is a very versatile and basic preparation. By learning how to make chocolate ganache, the sky is the...
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31. Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake Recipe

A whole Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake on a cake stand, ready to be served

Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake Recipe

Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake is a delicious eggless layered cake made using vinegar. It is a chocolate base filled and...
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32. Basil Chocolate Chunky Cookies: Unique Cookie Recipes

Basil chocolate chunky cookies, ready to be enjoyed as a delightful snack or dessert

Basil Chocolate Chunky Cookies: Unique Cookie Recipes

Basil Chocolate Chunky Cookies are really really da best! The flavor of chocolate and basil is incomparable. Made using fresh...
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33. Chocolate Cupcakes

Eggless Chocolate Cupcakes Topped with M&M's

Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes are the best eggless cupcake recipe and topped with M&Ms. A kid-friendly recipe loved by all. Easy to...
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34. Chocolate Banana Muffins

Eggless Chocolate Banana Muffins | Quickbread

Chocolate Banana Muffins

Eggless Chocolate Banana Muffins or Banana Quickbread is a healthy snack or breakfast for kids. It comes together quickly. It...
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35. Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup

Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup

Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup

Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup is a chocolate rich, drink that adds warmth to chilly days. The combination of milk...
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36. Choco-Chip Cookie Brownie Bars

Eggless Choco-Chip Cookie Brownie Bars

Choco-Chip Cookie Brownie Bars

A perfect gooey, sticky and chewy Choco-Chip Cookie Brownie Bars. They are soft and chewy as the name promises with...
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37. Best Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe | Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Close-up of freshly baked oatmeal chocolate chip cookies on a baking tray

Best Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe | Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are an eggless variety made with amaranth flour. They are mildly sweet with just the right...
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38. Chocolate Zebra Cake Recipe

Zoomed-in view of the moist texture of a Chocolate Zebra Cake

Chocolate Zebra Cake Recipe

Chocolate Zebra Cake is the best eggless cake! Easy to make and deliciously soft, crumbly, and light on sweet. It...
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39. Eggless Chocolate Wine Cake Recipe

Top view of multiple slices of Eggless Chocolate Wine Cake

Eggless Chocolate Wine Cake Recipe

Chocolate Wine Cake is an eggless whole wheat cake made in chocolate flavor and red wine. If you wish you...
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40. Dark Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Layers of dark chocolate mousse and crushed cookies in a transparent dessert glass

Dark Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Dark Chocolate Mousse is a no-bake and no-added sugar dessert. It's each spoonful is pure bliss. It's made using chocolate...
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41. Chocolate Ice Cream

Eggless Chocolate Ice Cream without Ice Cream Maker

Chocolate Ice Cream

Eggless Chocolate Ice Cream without Ice Cream Maker is the best thing here. Creamy, decadent, and refreshing ice cream for...
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42. 3 Ingredient Hot Chocolate

Hot Chocolate

3 Ingredient Hot Chocolate

Hot Chocolate is a chocolate rich drink that can be prepared in a jiffy with the ingredients mentioned here. For...
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43. Coffee Mocha Cake

Eggless Chocolate Coffee Mocha Layered Cake

Coffee Mocha Cake

Chocolate Coffee Mocha Cake is a delicious, melt-in-the-mouth layered cake. It is full of chocolate and coffee flavors coming together...
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44. Chocolate Banana Ice Cream Smoothie

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream Smoothie

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream Smoothie

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream Smoothie is a chilled smoothie made out from chocolate banana ice cream, milk and chocolate syrup....
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45. Chocolate Syrup

Chocolate Syrup at Home | How To

Chocolate Syrup

Homemade Chocolate Syrup is a boon! Keep this ready to use syrup at home to drizzle on your ice-creams, add...
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46. Whole Wheat Chocolate Cookies

Eggless 100% Whole Wheat Choco Chip Cookies | Revisiting Through the Lens Series 7

Whole Wheat Chocolate Cookies

Whole Wheat Chocolate Cookies are delicious eggless cookies made using cocoa powder and whole wheat flour. They are a crowd pleaser...
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47. Chocolate Walnut Cake

Choco Walnut Cake

Chocolate Walnut Cake

Chocolate Walnut Cake is a true chocolate heaven. Every bite is soft, moist and chocolatey. This cake is really like...
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48. Triple Chocolate Cake

Eggless Triple Chocolate Mini Bundt Cake

Triple Chocolate Cake

Triple Chocolate Cake is an eggless mini bundt. It's topped with delicious ganache and chocolate sprinkles. Made in a small...
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49. Pinwheel Cookies

Pinwheel Cookies

Pinwheel Cookies

Pinwheel Cookies are fascinating to look at. Kids love these treats. Roll the chocolate and plain cookie dough together to...
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50. Best Checkerboard Cookies Recipe

Close-up view of classic checkerboard cookies, ready to enjoy

Best Checkerboard Cookies Recipe

Eggless Checkerboard Cookies are as much a delight to look at as they are to eat. Enjoy these buttery, chocolatey...
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51. Chocolate Candied Ginger Biscotti Recipe

Pile of chocolate biscotti with small ginger chunks on a white plate

Chocolate Candied Ginger Biscotti Recipe

Candied Ginger Chocolate Biscotti for the win! Delicious snack with your evening cuppa. Made with flavors of candied ginger and...
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52. Banana Carrot Cake

Eggless Chocolate Carrot Banana Cake with Buttermilk Vanilla Bean Glaze

Banana Carrot Cake

Banana Carrot Cake is a chocolate-based cake with a Buttermilk Vanilla Bean Glaze on top. It's a great addition to...
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53. Buttercream Cookie Sandwich Recipe

Close-up of a buttercream cookie sandwich with creamy filling

Buttercream Cookie Sandwich Recipe

Buttercream Cookie Sandwich is a delicious snacks for kids. Use any cookie and sandwich buttercream between them to make a...
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54. Healthy Eggless Chocolate Cucumber Banana Bread Recipe

Sliced Healthy Eggless Chocolate Cucumber Banana Bread on a wooden board

Healthy Eggless Chocolate Cucumber Banana Bread Recipe

Eggless Chocolate Cucumber Banana Bread is a great alternative to zucchini. Replace zucchini with cucumber in equal quantity and voila...
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55. Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles is a chocolate-y melt-in-the-mouth and kid-friendly bite sized snack. It is very versatile dessert and can be incorporated...
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56. Chocolate Pistachio Fudge

Chocolate Pistachio Fudge

Chocolate Pistachio Fudge

Chocolate Pistachio Fudge is an easy-peasy snack. A great kid-friendly and make-ahead snack or to curb that sweet craving. Some...
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57. Chocolate Marble Cake

Chocolate Marble Cake

Chocolate Marble Cake

Chocolate Marble Cake is a perfectly moist eggless cake. It is perfect for tea time snacking or even as a...
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58. Eggless Tiramisu Charlotte Recipe

Eggless Tiramisu Charlotte decorated on a plate with a ribbon tied around it

Eggless Tiramisu Charlotte Recipe

Eggless Tiramisu Charlotte is a delicious and mouthwatering delicacy made by wrapping the ladyfingers or savoiardi around the tiramisu layers....
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59. Banana Marble QuickBread

Eggless Whole Wheat Chocolate Marble Banana Bread

Banana Marble QuickBread

Eggless Banana Marble QuickBread is a healthy breakfast made with whole wheat flour. A kid-friendly option for breakfast or a...
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60. Best Eggless French Opera Cake Recipe

A slice of classic french opera cake served in a white plate

Best Eggless French Opera Cake Recipe

French Classic Opera Cake as the name suggests is a French Torte and is beautiful to behold & delicate to...
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61. Molded Chocolate

Molded Chocolate in Tools Shape

Molded Chocolate

Molded Chocolate or using a silicone or acrylic sheet mold for shaping the chocolate. It can be used for both...
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62. Red Velvet Cupcakes

Eggless Red Velvet Cupcake

Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cupcakes are eggless cupcakes using no color for their deep red look! Give your red velvet color without...
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63. Chocolate Cupcakes with Rainbow Sprinkles

Eggless Chocolate Cupcake with Ganache & Rainbow Sprinkles

Chocolate Cupcakes with Rainbow Sprinkles

Chocolate Cupcakes with Rainbow Sprinkles are eggless cupcakes. These are first topped with homemade ganache and then with homemade sprinkles....
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64. Sachertorte Recipe/ Sacher Torte Recipe

A beautifully plated slice of Sachertorte with a drizzle of chocolate sauce

Sachertorte Recipe/ Sacher Torte Recipe

Sachertorte is a melt-in-the-mouth Eggless Chocolate Mocha flavored cake. It is a decadent cake, topped with a layer of thick...
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65. Chocolate Beetroot Cake

Eggless Chocolate Beetroot Cake with Lacquer Chocolate Glaze

Chocolate Beetroot Cake

Chocolate Beetroot Cake with Lacquer Chocolate Glaze is an eggless layered cake. It is super moist and gives a deep...
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66. Eggless Moist Applesauce Brownies Recipe

Eggless Moist Applesauce Chocolate Brownie

Eggless Moist Applesauce Brownies Recipe

Applesauce Brownies is an eggless brownie that is moist and decadent with a hint of Cinnamon. Served with a side...
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67. Eggless Marble Chocolate Cake

Eggless Chocolate Swirled Cake

Eggless Marble Chocolate Cake

Eggless Marble Chocolate Cake is a crumbly, soft and moist cake. The cake is a great accompaniment to coffee. It...
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68. Homemade Eggless Chocolate Truffle Cake Recipe

Close-up of the Chocolate Truffle Layers in the Homemade Eggless Cake

Homemade Eggless Chocolate Truffle Cake Recipe

Eggless Chocolate Truffle Cake is the best melt-in-mouth chocolate cake. Every bite is pure heaven and delicious. It's rich and...
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69. Cherry Chocolate Tart Recipe

Close-up of a rich Cherry Chocolate Tart showing the smooth chocolate filling and juicy cherries

Cherry Chocolate Tart Recipe

Chocolate Cherry Tart are made with short crust dough. The filling is chocolate ganache truffle with Cherry Pie Filling. Chocolate...
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70. Checkerboard Cake

Eggless Checkerboard Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Checkerboard Cake

Checkerboard Cake / Chequered Cake is an eggless cake made without a special pan. It is filled and frosted with...
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71. Black Forest Cake with Chocolate Ganache

Eggless Black Forest Cake with Cherry Pie Filling & Chocolate Ganache

Black Forest Cake with Chocolate Ganache

Eggless Black Forest Cake with Chocolate Ganache and Cherry Pie Filling compote is the stuff of cake dreams. It is...
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72. Chocolate Almond Biscotti

eggless chocolate almond biscotti

Chocolate Almond Biscotti

Chocolate Almond Biscotti are eggless biscotti. Made with the goodness of almonds and chopped chocolate or choco chips for an...
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73. Choco Chip Oats Cookies

Eggless Choco-chip & Oats Cookies

Choco Chip Oats Cookies

Choco Chip & Oats Cookies are delicious eggless cookies. They are a crowd pleaser as they have chocolate chips. They...
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74. Best Chocolate Ricotta Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

A rich Chocolate Ricotta Cheese Pound Cake, sliced and ready to be served

Best Chocolate Ricotta Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

Chocolate Ricotta Cheese Pound Cake is a great alternate if you looking for an eggless pound cake. Egg has been...
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75. Brownie Cake-Style

Eggless Chocolate Brownie

Brownie Cake-Style

Brownie cake-style is an easy eggless dessert. It is perfect for people who like their brownies extra cakey. Rich and...
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76. 3-Minute Microwave Brownie Recipe

Close-up view of 3-Minute Microwave Brownie topped with chocolate chips

3-Minute Microwave Brownie Recipe

3 minute Microwave Brownie is perfect for those midnight craving, that sweet tooth you can't control or just an indulgence...
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