Valentine's Day Recipes For Two Will Make Your Date That Much Sweeter

When you think of Valentine's Day, what's the first food that comes to mind? Chocolate! You can go traditional and bring your sweetheart a heart-shaped box of caramels or truffles, but we think that February 14th is the perfect time of year to think outside the box.

That's why we've compiled these 14 recipes, all made with rich, delicious chocolate — and perfect for sharing. Happy Valentine's Day, and bon appetite!

1. Molten Mocha Cakes: The addition of espresso gives these chocolate cakes a grown-up taste (and the drawn-on heart makes them absolutely adorable).

Find out how to create them at Martha Stewart.

2. Mini Fondue: Fondue goes from cheesy to romantic when it's done in miniature, with all the options that allows.

Discover how to pull this together at Real Simple.

3. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries: Sure, they're a Valentine's Day classic, but it's for a reason. Besides, you can feel good about dessert that includes fruit.

Learn how to make these at Martha Stewart.

4. Chocolate Raspberry Turnovers: With just three ingredients, these are a great last-minute dessert. You can add some variety by using different types of truffles.

Learn how to create these at Woman's Day.

5. Chocolate Teacups: Earl Grey tea and the use of teacups for serving both add a touch of sophistication to this dessert.

Learn how to make these at BBC Good Food.

6. Chocolate Souffle: Souffle doesn't have to be as tough as it's made out to be, but you can use it to impress your date nonetheless.

Learn how to make these gorgeous souffles at Eating Well.

7. Chocolate Chip Meringues: Meringue is probably most associated with lemon pie, but it also works with chocolate and strawberries.

Learn how to make this at MyRecipes.com.

8. Love Note Cupcakes: It's hard to be unhappy with a cupcake on your plate — especially if it comes with a sweet message like this one.

Get the recipe for these cupcakes at BHG.com.

9. Brownies: These are brownies turned up a notch, thanks to rich dulce de leche and chunks of pecans.

Learn how to make these at BHG.com.

10. Cookie In A Cup: One cup baking! You can make this cookie right in a mug, then scoop it out while it's still warm.

Get this awesome recipe at Number 2 Pencil.

11. Tiramisu Brownies: This fun take on tiramisu is a different way to get your chocolate fix on the 14th.

Learn how to make these at Inside BruCrew Life.

12. Chocolate Mousse: Mousse might seem boring, but layering three types of chocolate makes it something special.

Learn what goes into this recipe at the Good Food Channel.

13. Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding: Put some warmth in your belly to match the warmth in your heart with chocolatey bread pudding.

Find out what's in this recipe at Cooking Channel TV.

14. Mexican Chocolate Pots De Creme: This is basically a fancy name for drinkable chocolate — but that sounds pretty good too, right?

Find out how to make these at Food & Wine.