26 Recipes Made For Your Galentine's Night In From Drinks To Dessert (2024)

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What's Galentine's Day, you may ask? While Valentine's Day is a day for romance, Galentine's Day is specifically for showing the friends in your life some extra love and appreciation. Before your February 14 festivities, celebrate the platonic loves of your life with these recipes for drinks, desserts, and appetizers for a night in with your fave peeps. Set out some party games, queue up the best cheesy romcoms (anything with Colin Firth, obviously), and dig in!

To start your night in off right, we've got plenty of fun, fruity, and festive drinks to serve your entire Galentine's Day crowd. From giggle juice (the best way to have you and your friends laughing all night long) to classic cosmos to festive Valentine's Day mimosas, our drinks will have you and your pals belting "Drunk In Love" in no time. Spending your night playing games and dishing tea? Simple snacks like fried Buffalo artichoke hearts and pizza roses will keep you and your friends happily snacking no matter the activity. Planning on a movie night in? Complete your classic movie spread with homemade pizza, stovetop popcorn, chocolate ice cream (you deserve better than straight out of the pint), and vegan crunchwraps.

Don't worry—we didn't leave out any of the adorable desserts. Chocolate-covered strawberries, no-bake blackberry cheesecake bars, and red velvet cheesecake bites are the cutest treats to set out for your friends to snack on. For an activity and snack in one, why not create bite-sized desserts together? Decorate heart cookies or fill strawberry love notes for the sweetest group activity. Or take your rage out (in a healthy, delicious way) on some exes by torching some brûléed brie crostini. Whatever you and your pals plan to do to celebrate a night of friendship, we'll keep you snacking and sharing all night long.

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Giggle Juice

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Get ready to be giggling with your friends all night long once you've had a few of these extra-sweet co*cktails. This fruity drink is filled with wine, lemonade, and vodka, which is pretty much the most delicious, irresistible drink combo. This punch makes up to 8 servings, so it's ideal to get the party started for a crowd.

Get the Giggle Juice recipe.

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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

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Chocolate-covered strawberries are a staple Valentine's Day dessert, but they're also a perfect way to feed your Galentine's Day crowd. While we've done our fair share of creative takes on this sweet treat, from chocolate strawberry cheesecakes to chocolate-covered strawberry shooters, you really can't beat the simple, easy classic.

Get the Chocolate-Covered Strawberries recipe.

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Brûléed Brie Crostini

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Got a broken heart this Valentine's? Have you considered lighting something of theirs on fire? We can't recommend that, but we DO recommend grabbing your kitchen torch to make these crostini. The crunchy sugar topping here that gives way to an oozy slice of brie and sweet jam that we think might just make you feel better.

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Heart Cookies

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What better way to spend your night in with friends than a cookie-decorating party? You don't need to be a baking whiz to whip up these homemade cookies—no matter your decorating skills, these too-cute cookies are sure to look (and taste) amazing.

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Fried Buffalo Artichoke Hearts

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We bet you've heard of Buffalo wings made from cauliflower or tempeh, but what about artichokes? Be still our beating hearts!

Get the Fried Buffalo Artichoke Hearts recipe.

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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies

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Brownies are a classic dessert to feed a crowd, but we took these up a notch by adding in one of our favorite festive desserts: chocolate-covered strawberries.

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Dirty Shirley

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Bright and colorful, sweet with just a hint of booze, the Dirty Shirley Temple is quickly gaining popularity with co*cktail drinkers. And who can blame them? It’s a boozy version of that nostalgic beverage so many of us grew up with—and let’s be honest, what too-sweet mocktail can’t be improved with a shot of vodka?

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Strawberry Love Notes

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These notes, made from pre-made pie crust, open up to reveal a message of your favorite strawberry jam—what more could you ask for. Ready in under an hour, this easy dessert is the perfect sweet to hand out to all of your BFFs.

Get the Strawberry Love Notes recipe.

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Bacon-Wrapped Dates

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If you want to take your girls' night up a notch, make these sweet and savory bacon-wrapped dates. The sweet dates are complemented perfectly by the salty bacon, while the goat cheese lends a creamy factor to the entire flavor-packed bite.

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Chocolate Ice Cream

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You deserve more than spooning ice cream out of a pint. It's true, homemade ice cream is a big production. So is it worth it to make from scratch? Yes, yes, yes, one thousand times yes. Every time you take a bite of homemade ice cream, you'll realize you've NEVER had anything as good come from a store-bought pint.

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Homemade Pizza

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We know, pizza is an easy choice when debating what to order for your night in, but what better way to spend your evening than a homemade pizza party? Get all your pals together to make your own homemade pizzas—knead the dough, sauce it up, and add all your own favorite toppings!

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Heart-Shaped Cake

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This easy hack utilizes a square and round cake pan, as well as our absolute favorite red velvet cake recipe. If you're in a hurry, boxed cake mix works just as well! Don't sleep on the cream cheese frosting though, it makes everything 1,000x better.

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Valentine's Day Mimosas

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If you're planning a Galentine's Day brunch, serve up these festive mimosas with the most adorable strawberry garnishes to complete your breakfast spread.

Get the Valentine's Day Mimosas recipe.

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Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries

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Why choose one classic dessert when you can have a two-in-one treat? Ready in 20 minutes, this no-bake dessert are the perfect adorable bites to snack on all night long.

Get the Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries recipe.

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Chocolate Soufflé

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If your soufflé attempts have always turned out flat and sunken in, this recipe is here to help. We've got all the tips and tricks to help you make a perfect light, airy, and decadent chocolate soufflé to impress your party guests in no time.

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Stovetop Popcorn

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Popcorn is the perfect movie snack, and popping your own on the stovetop is not only delicious, but a fun snack to put together for your movie night. Add your favorite seasonings, pop in your fave romcom, and get to snacking!

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No-Bake Blackberry Cheesecake Bars

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This no-bake cheesecake gets a stunning, swirly topping of blackberries that looks more like art than dessert. The cheesecake is tart and fluffy with the creamiest texture. You may not use all of the blackberry topping for the swirling, but save it. You can serve the cheesecake with the extra sauce to get more of that blackberry flavor.

Get the No-Bake Blackberry Cheesecake Bars recipe.

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Chocolate-Covered Cherries

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Everyone does chocolate-covered strawberries. Go above and beyond with chocolate cherries. (Don't worry, they're actually stupid easy to make.) Warning: These adorable little bites are so sweet, they're almost like candy!

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Cosmopolitan

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If you're planning on binging Sex and the City with your crew, whip up a round of these drinks to really get into the spirit.

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Pizza Roses

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Make a whole bouquet of these pizza roses for your squad—they're surprisingly easy to assemble, thanks to crescent roll dough, and will impress any V-Day party guests too.

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26 Recipes Made For Your Galentine's Night In From Drinks To Dessert (2024)

FAQs

What is a Galentines dinner? ›

Galentine's Day is a celebration of female friendship on the 13 February. Invite friends, family and loved ones to a sophisticated dinner party. These handpicked recipes are achievable yet impressive, with just the right amount of pizzazz for the occasion. Discover our starter, main and dessert ideas.

What do you bring to a Galentine's party? ›

Pack your picnic basket with enough food and refreshments. To make the occasion more special, you can prepare themed snacks such as pink lemonade, a charcuterie board, a fruit platter, and of course, anything pink, red, heart-shaped or chocolate-covered.

How do you celebrate Galentine's Day? ›

Foodie Galentine's Day Ideas
  1. Take a Cooking Class. ...
  2. Book a Private Chef Experience. ...
  3. Take a Food Tour. ...
  4. Host a Mixology Party. ...
  5. Challenge Your Friends to a Bake Off. ...
  6. Have a Wine Swap. ...
  7. Charcuterie Night. ...
  8. Fondue Night.
Feb 15, 2024

What color is Galentine's day? ›

Red is definitely the go to color for this day of love. If red is not your gam, don't worry, because I have something for everyone.

What color do you wear on Galentines day? ›

A pink and red printed dress is the perfect choice for a Galentine's Day celebration. The playful combination of pink and red is both feminine and fun, making it the perfect choice for a day spent with your besties.

How do you throw the best Galentines party? ›

35 Galentine's Day Party Ideas Your Girls Will Absolutely Obsess Over
  1. Get excited about a theme. ...
  2. Arrange your own flowers.
  3. Make fondue.
  4. Plan a "my favorite things" product swap. ...
  5. Pick a signature co*cktail.
  6. Invest in (themed, duh) balloons.
  7. Make personalized goodie bags.
  8. Host an at-home mani-pedi night.
Feb 9, 2024

What is the make version of Galentine's day? ›

Malentine's day is a day for men to meet up and celebrate their amazing friendship. It is a happy, celebratory day, the male equivalent of Galentine's day.

How do you plan a Galentines dinner? ›

Your Ultimate Guide for Hosting an Amazing Galentine's Day Party
  1. Consider a Theme. ...
  2. Send Your Invitations. ...
  3. Start Shopping for Fun Decorations. ...
  4. Build the Ultimate Bar. ...
  5. Create a Menu Full of Heart-Shaped Treats. ...
  6. Set Up a Craft Corner to Make Galentine's Day Cards. ...
  7. A DIY Photo Booth Will Help You Take the Best Pictures.
Feb 2, 2024

What do you wear on Galentines day? ›

There's obviously no strict dress code for Galentine's Day— it's all about however dressed up or casual your friends want it to be. So whether you're looking for the best pair of sweatpants, or a fun sparkly-skirt outfit, we have some ideas for you.

What is Galentine's day quote? ›

You'll always be my Galentine. There's nothing better than best friends. Except best friends with chocolate and wine.

How to host a Galentines brunch? ›

For a Galentine's brunch, you can bring food items like cute snacks, desserts (topped with heart sprinkles, of course), healthy meals, drink mixers or mocktails. You can also bring handmade cards or gifts for each of your friends, and of course you have to bring your love!

What is the secret Cupid for Galentines day? ›

Secret Valentine or Secret Cupid is just like Secret Santa. You and your friends write down your names and throw all the papers into a hat, a basket, a pan, whatever. Then each of you draws a name and gets a gift for that person. It's important that no one knows who drew who.

What is a Galentine slang? ›

Just as one can be someone's valentine on Valentine's Day, so one can be a galentine on Galentine's Day, e.g., “Will you be my galentine?” As such, a galentine is a playful, affectionate term for a close friend.

What is a fun fact about Galentines day? ›

One of the most interesting things about Galentine's Day is that it wasn't created by a card company or internet marketplace trying to take all your money. Instead, Galentine's Day was founded by a badass fictional character: Leslie Knope of Parks and Recreation.

What is the dress code for Galentine's day? ›

There's obviously no strict dress code for Galentine's Day— it's all about however dressed up or casual your friends want it to be. So whether you're looking for the best pair of sweatpants, or a fun sparkly-skirt outfit, we have some ideas for you.

What is a Galentines day brunch? ›

For a Galentine's brunch, you can bring food items like cute snacks, desserts (topped with heart sprinkles, of course), healthy meals, drink mixers or mocktails. You can also bring handmade cards or gifts for each of your friends, and of course you have to bring your love!

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