Treat someone special to one of our favourite Valentine's Day cakes

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10 best Valentine's Day cakesHannah Hall

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and, if you're looking to celebrate, then why not spoil your loved ones with a truly delicious dessert?

While thoughtful gifts and sweet cards will always be appreciated, sometimes something a little extra-special is called for. Baking something – whether that's a batch of tasty brownies for Galentine's celebrations, or an impressive cake to end a romantic dinner – is the perfect way to treat the people you love on Valentine's Day.

With this in mind, we've selected 10 of our very best Valentine's Day cake recipes, including indulgent chocolate brownies, show-stopping tiered cakes and pretty-in-pink tarts to inspire your romantic feast...

Best Valentine's Day cakes

Chocolate strawberry cake

How pretty is this chocolate strawberry cake? Topped with chocolate dipped berries, it's the perfect way to finish a special Valentine's Day dinner.

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Erik Bernstein

Rhubarb and custard tart

Who doesn't love the gorgeous pink hue of fresh rhubarb? Make the most of the sharp yet sweet fruit in this tart inspired by the sweetshop classic.

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Hannah Hall

Ferrero Rocher cake

If you know someone who loves these elegant chocolates, they'll be a huge fan of this impressive chocolate and hazelnut cake.

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Daniel Harding

Cherry and medjool date brownies

Calling all chocoholics! These fudgey brownies are made with deep red cherries and squishy, toffee-like medjool dates for ultimate indulgence. Serve warm after a bowl of silky pasta for the ultimate Valentine's Day dinner.

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Louella Berryman

Strawberry tart

If you're short on time this Valentine's Day, our easy strawberry tart recipe should be your go-to bake.

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Lucy Richards

Espresso martini cake

Any cocktail lover knows the best way to finish a special meal is with a freshly shaken espresso martini. So why not give this cocktail-in-cake-form a go for a fancy Valentine's Day dinner?

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Parker Feierbach

Raspberry frangipane tart

This pretty raspberry frangipane tart is far easier than you'd expect to put together, and would look lovely alongside fresh raspberries and cream as a Valentine's Day dessert.

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Hannah Hall

Rolo brownies

Treat your chocolate-loving someone special to a batch of caramelly Rolo brownies this Valentine's Day. This easy bake also makes a fun and indulgent treat to bring into the office.

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Lucy Richards

Chocolate orange marble cake

If you're looking for a show-stopping bake to impress loved ones this Valentine's Day, our chocolate orange marble cake recipe is what you need.

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Daniel Harding

Bakewell tart

A Bakewell tart is a classic, and classics always go down well. Our signature recipe is easier than you'd think, and the cute red icing makes it the perfect pick for Valentine's Day.

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Vicky Chandler

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