There’s a reason why so many people gift the best chocolate for Valentine’s Day. For one thing, it’s been considered an aphrodisiac since the time of the Aztecs. But for another, in today’s crowded retail landscape, a beautiful box of chocolates remains one of few tried and true gifts that’ll delight even the pickiest of partners. After all, who doesn’t like chocolate? With so many tasty options out there, it can be hard to decipher between all of the delicious truffles, bonbons and caramels. But that’s where we come in.
The best chocolate for Valentine's Day looks as good as it tastes. Small Chocolate Gift Box
When choosing the best chocolate for Valentine’s Day, start by examining the unique taste of the person who will be enjoying the treats. When dining out, do they usually try something adventurous on the menu, repeat order a classic comfort food or skip the main course altogether and sample a variety of appetizers? This can help you decide if they’d appreciate the experimental flavors from Vosges Chocolate over the more traditional, creamy goodness from Godiva or an assorted chef’s selection from Kreuther Handcrafted Chocolate.
An eye-catching presentation is also an important factor, as your gift can help convey romance, thoughtfulness and yes, just how much you care. To help narrow down your options even further, we found the 10 best chocolates for Valentine’s Day that’ll satisfy every sweet tooth, from lovely heart-shaped boxes to a breakable confection that’s full of surprises.
La Maison Du Chocolat is serious about the chocolate-making process: Each artisanal candy is handmade in Nanterre, France using the same amount of precision, attention to detail and flair that it takes to design haute couture. And if you’re looking for a refined (and not cheesy) heart-shaped box to give a loved one come February 14, the chocolatier’s Heart Collection has that certain je ne sais quoi. The 44-piece gift box, that includes both dark and milk chocolate varieties, has ganache, pralines, bonbons and more, with two heart-shaped Akosombo bouchées in the center. The best part? The chocolates are artfully arranged on a bed of chocolate pearls, so you’re left with something sweet even after you’ve polished off the main event.
Maybe your partner is particular about what they like or perhaps they just want to try a little bit of everything. Either way, this DIY gift box by Swiss chocolatier Lindt will let you show off just how well you know their cravings. You can easily mix and match a custom selection of treats, choosing from over 20 dark, milk and white chocolate truffle flavors. They have the classics, like salted caramel, mint and hazelnut, plus new favorites like matcha, almond butter and stracciatella. And once you’ve landed on the perfect flavor combos, Lindt will box up everything and tie it with a bow (no additional gift wrapping required).
Founded by two award-winning New York chefs, Gabriel Kreuther and Marc Aumont, Kreuther Handcrafted Chocolate marries exquisite French techniques with beloved American flavors, all of which are on full display in this Valentine’s Day set. A sleek black box reveals a 24-piece collection of delicious chocolates, anchored with handcrafted Scrabble-inspired Love tiles. Your exact flavors will be chosen by the chefs, but you can expect a considered variety of comforting bites (oatmeal cookie, cherry cola vanilla, salted butter caramel) and bold fare (honey saffron, banana peanut, Tahitian vanilla).
Since 1926, Belgian chocolate company Godiva has set a gold standard in the candy world—and not just because of their signature gilded boxes. They consistently deliver on assortment, value, presentation and, of course, creamy, satisfying taste. For your Valentine’s Day gift box, you can choose which size you’d like, from a mini eight-piece sampler to a massive 140-piece chocolate lover’s collection. Our pick? This mid-size assortment which comes with 36 milk, dark and white chocolate confections filled to the brim with silky ganache, velvety caramel, fresh fruits, nuts and more.
If your Valentine is always up for trying something new, look no further than Vosges Chocolate’s Love Frequency Ensemble Collection. Vosges is a leader in experiential chocolate, choosing ingredients from across the world that reflect the heart and the hands that grew them. You’ll find unexpected flavors like Armenian apricot, Montmorency cherry, Bronte pistachio and strawberry mascarpone, all paired with their proprietary blend of chocolate and arranged in an eye-catching heart-shaped gift box.
When it comes to luscious, velvety truffles, Harry & David delivers just the right amount of goodness. Their classic heart-shaped box comes packed with 30 milk, dark and strawberry chocolate flavors, all served up with fun toppings like candy hearts, colored sprinkles and icing drizzles. Inside, you’ll find effortless pairings like toffee pecan, dark chocolate blueberry and strawberry milkshake. After adding it to your cart, you can choose Harry & David’s SmartGift selection, which allows you to pick exactly when and where they’ll deliver your gift (so you don’t have to worry about it arriving too early or late).
Luxury chocolate brand Compartés recently debuted this gorgeous limited-edition truffle collection for Valentine’s Day that tastes as rich as it looks. Each of the 40 dark, milk and white chocolate truffles are handmade daily in Los Angeles to be their own little one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Flavors will include a mix of Compartés’ signature infusions, like dark chocolate smoked sea salt or classic apple pie. And if your loved one has a major sweet tooth, you can also sign them up for a three-month, six-month or year-long chocolate membership so the goods just keep on coming.
Beverly Hills-based andSons Chocolatiers teamed up with L.A. artist Alexandra Grant to create this collectable keepsake box that celebrates love in all its forms. The 24-piece chocolate assortment includes floral-inspired hearts (featuring lychee, hibiscus honey and pistachio rose) and European-style bonbons (cacao nib almond praline, dark Madagascar chocolate and peanut butter and jelly). Even better, a portion of sales will benefit grantLove, a project that supports artists and art non-profits.
If your Valentine is a fan of soft gooey caramel, this gift box by Fran’s Chocolates will deliver in its simplicity. The handmade selection includes six dark chocolate-dipped caramels finished with a pinch of gray sea salt and six milk chocolate caramels topped with sea salt smoked over Welsh oak. You’ll get a little sweet and salty in every single delicious bite and it’ll arrive in a sophisticated copper gift box that’s perfectly understated (especially if a bright red heart isn’t your style).
Take a look around pretty much any cocktail bar right now, you’ll see that the espresso martini isn’t going anywhere. Perhaps that’s why Knipschildt Chocolate leaned into the delicious trend with this happy hour-inspired box of truffles. Each piece of candy includes a signature blend of chocolate, with notes of vanilla vodka and rich, creamy espresso-chocolate ganache. Now that’s a nightcap.
If you’re still on the hunt for more chocolate candies to gift your loved ones, we’ve got you covered. From classic truffles to hot chocolate cocoa bombs, we found gifts to satisfy almost any sweet tooth.
This set of eight chocolates packs a nutty punch and is an elevated take on traditional peanut butter cups. Made in New York City, Jessie’s uses freshly roasted peanuts to create its creamy peanut butter, which is bathed in Belgian chocolate in the original Nutty Cups. Jessie’s also includes the pretzel and Oreo versions in this set to add extra fun to the assortment.
While this might look like a bottle of wine on the outside, the inside holds something a bit sweeter. The Wine Bottle Truffle Box is filled with 12 decadent chocolates in a variety of flavors. Handcrafted in Kingston, Pennsylvania, this popular shop, which opened in 1995, specializes in everything from traditional chocolate versions (milk, dark and white) to more exotic flavors (black raspberry, chai tea and cappuccino, just to name a few).
Whether for a memorable holiday or just because, this assorted chocolate gift basket from mother-and-daughter duo Bonnie and Pop will melt almost anyone's heart. The assortment includes 31 pieces in 15 flavor options—such as Butter Pecan Clusters, Haystacks and more.
If the person you’re buying for is a fan of Oreo cookies, this might be the gift of their dreams. The Hazel and Cream set has 20 chocolate-covered cookies with various toppings and flavor profiles. Dried berries and fruits, chopped nuts and sprinkles are just a few of the delicious and colorful flavors.
These creamy and crispy chocolates from Granny Bella’s are a sweet surprise for any valentine. Flakey wafer cookies are covered in smooth chocolate with various toppings from dried fruit to coffee beans. Reviewers rave over how delicious they taste, especially when the dark chocolate cookies are paired with a hot cup of coffee for dipping.
Famous candy company See’s is good any time of year, but something about the Valentine’s Day wrapping makes this package extra sweet. The classic candy set includes 26 pieces, from Milk Almond Squares to Milk Rum Nougat.
Shake up the traditional box of chocolates with these heart bombs from Chocolate Works. The easy to use bombs only require hot milk and your favorite mug—pour the milk over your heart (made of dark and milk chocolate), then watch as it melts and releases fluffy marshmallows, creating the perfect cup of hot cocoa.
From Brown Butter to Banana Pudding, Vosges Haut-Chocolat is famous for their fun and unexpected flavors. The large set of 32 can be shared or given to one for days of indulging. Flavors from around the world inspire the set, so if you can’t make it on any trips soon, at least you’ll get a taste of different destinations.
Chocolate Heart Box A clean and classic set from Williams-Sonoma is always a great gift on Valentine's Day. The sleek box contains 28 pieces of premium chocolates in flavors like Caramel and Cremé, which look as sophisticated as they taste.