23 Best Galentine’s Day Food Ideas and Recipes

Valentine’s Day has always been a celebration of love between couples — but Galentine’s Day is just important. This fun “holiday,” which is celebrated on February 13, is focused on celebrating another important kind of love — the love you have for your best friends. It’s the perfect time to get all glammed up, have some decadent snacks and drinks and show your best friends how much you care. 

If this is your first year celebrating, you may find yourself wondering, “What food is eaten on Galentine’s Day?” Whether you’re planning a small, intimate meal with your bestie or a larger Galentine’s Day party, the following ideas will help you make sure it’s memorable.

1. French toast

French toast is a great choice for brunch. Enjoy it as is, or elevate your Galentine’s Day food with cinnamon, pecans, maple syrup or a spoonful of cherries. 

2. Mini frittatas

Individual frittata muffins are perfect when serving a Galentine’s Day brunch. If you’re cooking for a larger group, use our recipe converter to multiply the recipe.

3. Juicy baked ham

It takes a bit of time to cook a juicy ham, but your girlfriends are definitely worth it! With this honey-baked ham recipe, you can be sure it will come out perfect. Use our ham cooking time calculator to estimate how long it will take per pound.

4. Asparagus with lemon vinaigrette

Not sure what to serve with your Galentine’s Day entrees? Steamed asparagus with an easy and delicious hollandaise sauce is the perfect side for baked ham, seafood or other classic brunch items. Try this asparagus with lemon vinaigrette recipe for a tasty dish.

5. Bacon-wrapped shrimp with arugula salad

Your friends are sure to love this recipe that features shrimp wrapped in bacon. Serve it over a lemony bed of arugula for a delicious and super easy-to-make meal. 

6. Fruit with creamy dip

For a sweet and low-calorie Galentine’s Day brunch dish, make fresh fruit cups and serve it with a delicious creamy dip. You can even add a bit of sweet liquor to give it a fun and fancy kick.

7. Olive and tomato crostini

These olive and tomato crostinis are an elegant appetizer that looks as good as it tastes. The combination of flavors is truly unforgettable. Be sure to make plenty because they’ll disappear fast.

8. Brie bites with cranberry sauce

This addictive one-bite appetizer features fresh strawberries, brie cheese, basil and balsamic vinegar. This brie bites recipe is the perfect blend of sweet, creamy and savory. 

9. Roasted eggplant dip

Add a kick to your Galentine’s Day food ideas with this spicy roasted eggplant dip. Serve it with a side of toasted pita crisps. 

10. Spanakopita

This classic Greek food features a delicious spinach filling inside layers of light, flaky phyllo dough. Follow this easy spanakopita recipe to impress your friends. 

11. Potstickers

Potstickers are the perfect appetizer! They combine pork and finely chopped vegetables inside a wonton wrapper. Serve them with a side of Asian dipping sauce. 

12. Deviled eggs

Deviled eggs are always a hit at parties. Kick things up a notch with cayenne pepper alternatives like hot sauce or red pepper flakes.

13. Seared scallops with lemon garlic sauce

These seared scallops with lemon garlic sauce are a decadent appetizer that will make your girlfriends feel special. If you like a bit of spice, you can give them a kick by adding some Cajun seasoning.

14. Baklava

This amazing pastry dessert is made from phyllo dough and a sweet, nut-based filling. Follow this traditional baklava recipe for a delicious dessert — it will remind you of the types of desserts Grandma used to make.

15. White chocolate raspberry cheesecake

Cheesecake is always popular, and this recipe will give you restaurant-quality taste and texture. It includes cookie crumbs, white chocolate chips and fresh raspberries.

16. Strawberry, lemon and ricotta cake

This recipe contains fresh strawberries and ricotta cheese with a bit of lemon and honey. It’s a light and refreshing dessert that the girls are sure to love. 

17. Peanut butter and pretzel truffles

Chocolate, peanut butter and pretzel balls are sure to be a huge hit at your Galentine’s Day party. With only three ingredients, they’re also super easy to make. Follow along with this easy recipe.

18. Bacon brownies

There’s nothing quite like the sweet and savory flavor combination of bacon and chocolate! Add these bacon brownies to your Galentine’s Day dessert table, and you’re sure to get plenty of compliments. 

19. Chocolate-covered strawberries

Chocolate-covered strawberries are an elegant dessert option that will instantly elevate any event. They’re easy to make at home, and it’s less expensive than buying them in the store.

20. White wine sangria

Since Galentine’s Day falls in the winter months, this wintertime twist on sangria is a perfect drink to serve at your celebration. It features white wine, brandy and a mix of tasty fruit. 

21. Champagne punch

This Champagne punch cocktail is the perfect blend of a mimosa and a mojito. It only has a few ingredients, so it’s also super easy to make! 

22. Red wine punch

Red wine punch is a delicious cocktail that features cinnamon, cloves and red wine. Serve it warm and garnish it with a skewer of fresh cranberries.

23. Mexican hot chocolate

One of the best parts of Galentine’s Day is the chocolate — highlight this seasonal favorite in a decadent beverage that’s meant to be shared. This Mexican hot chocolate recipe is easy to follow and is sure to elevate your Galentine’s Day party.

23 Best Galentine’s Day Food Ideas and Recipes

Recipe by InstacartCourse: Dinner, Brunch, Dessert, DrinkCuisine: Valentine’s DayDifficulty: Easy

Some of the best Galentine’s Day food and drink ideas to help you celebrate.

Ingredients

• French toast

• Frittata muffins

• Honey-baked ham

• Asparagus with lemon vinaigrette

• Shrimp wrapped in bacon

• Fresh fruit cups

• Olive and tomato crostinis

• Brie bites

• Roasted eggplant dip

• Spanakopita

• Potstickers

• Deviled eggs

• Seared scallops with lemon garlic sauce

• Baklava

• White chocolate raspberry cheesecake

• Strawberry, lemon and ricotta cake

• Peanut butter and pretzel truffles

• Bacon brownies

• Chocolate-covered strawberries

• White wine sangria

• Champagne punch

• Red wine punch

• Mexican hot chocolate

Directions

• Choose one of the above Galentine’s Day recipes.
• Purchase all necessary ingredients.
• Bake according to the directions, and decorate.
• Enjoy!

Plan a Galentine’s Day to remember!

With these delicious Galentine’s Day food ideas, you can be sure your celebration will be super special. You can give yourself more time to prepare by ordering a grocery delivery through Instacart. Let a professional shopper pick up everything you need and drop it off at your door. It’s easy and affordable, so head to Instacart and try it out today!

Looking for more Galentine’s Day ideas? Check out these fun yet simple ways to celebrate your girls this year.

Cady Cohen

Author

Cady Cohen is a culinary writer at Instacart who empowers home cooks to navigate the exciting world of food with confidence. She has worked in digital media for over seven years covering food, health, and wellness. From handy conversion charts and recipe calculators to in-depth cooking guides, Cady's work makes grocery shopping a breeze and empowers you to make informed choices about what you put on your plate.

Heather Matley

Editor

Heather Matley is an editor at Instacart whose passion for food and cooking has inspired her work on everything from grocery guides to recipe development. With over eight years of experience in editing, content creation, and search engine optimization, she strives to empower readers with the most effective tools, guides, and ideas to transform their home cooking.