February 14th is one of the most polarizing days of the year. You either swoon at the idea of an entire day dedicated to love—or the thought of a mischievous cherub with a quiver full of arrows makes you cringe. The one thing everyone can agree on, though? Valentine's Day is the perfect time to treat yourself. There's no better Valentine’s Day dessert than cake—which is why we've rounded up fun ideas for every situation. We've got heart-shaped confections to bake for a loved one, chocolate-and-strawberry treats perfect for sharing with your galentine and even a few cakes to bring you catharsis after a rough break up. One of our favorites for any situation? This twist on a classic red velvet cake. There isn’t as much cocoa powder in a red velvet cake as a chocolate one, but a little goes a long way when the cocoa is bloomed in hot coffee to boost its flavor. Paired with whole strawberries hidden inside the cream cheese filling (so that cute, little hearts will be revealed when the cake is sliced open) it creates the perfect chocolate-and-strawberry flavor combo.

This fruity cake makes for a decadent Valentine's Day treat. Velvety raspberry mousse stands in stark contrast to the dark chocolate cake, which is enrobed in a snowy white chocolate ganache.

If you're looking for a way to let someone down gently, we reccomend cake. The effort required to bake one says, "it's not you, it's me"—even though we both know...it's them!

Take chocolate-covered strawberries to a whole new level this Valentine's Day by baking the ingredients into a decadent cake. And don't stop there! Garnish your creation with more strawberries and drizzled semisweet and white chocolate for a true celebration of this perfect flavor pairing.