Treats Made with Love for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is the perfect reason to whip up something sweet for you and your favorite people! 💖 Whether you’re hanging out with your love, your besties, or your fam, these recipes are all about adding a little extra love (and a touch of romance!) to your day. Plus, they’re super easy to make and totally delicious. 🥰
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Pink Chocolate Chip Cookies
These adorable cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with pink Valentine’s flair. They’re sure to be a showstopper on your dessert table!
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
1 cup strawberry chips
1 cup white chocolate chips (optional toppings)
Valentine's Day sprinkles (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy and well combined (about 2-3 minutes).
Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
Add a few drops of pink gel food coloring and mix until the desired color is achieved.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
Fold in the white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Scoop heaping tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Add additional sprinkles while the cookies are still warm, if desired.
Tip: For more vibrant pink colors, add a dash of red gel food coloring to the mix.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
These elegant treats are Valentine’s Day classics for a reason. Sweet, luscious strawberries dipped in chocolate are always a hit!
Ingredients - No Bake
1 pint fresh strawberries (stems on, if possible)
8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (or milk chocolate, if preferred)
4 oz white chocolate (for drizzling)
Optional toppings: crushed nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Moisture can prevent the chocolate from sticking, so make sure they’re completely dry.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each.
Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat evenly. Tap off the excess and place on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Melt the white chocolate using the same method. Drizzle over the dark chocolate for decoration.
Add toppings like nuts or sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.
Place the strawberries in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. Serve immediately or package in gift boxes lined with parchment paper.
Tip: Piping small hearts with melted white chocolate will add an extra romantic touch!
Valentine's Day Cake Pops
These charming little cake pops are fun to make and decorate, perfect for adding a playful vibe to your Valentine’s celebration.
Ingredients - No Bake
1 box cake mix (plus ingredients needed for the box instructions)
1/3 - 1/2 cup frosting (vanilla or cream cheese works best)
12 oz pink candy melts
12 oz red candy melts
12 oz white candy melts
Valentine's Day sprinkles for decorating
Cake pop sticks (20-25 sticks)
A styrofoam block (or cake pop stand for drying pops)
Instructions
Prepare and bake the cake according to the instructions on the box. Allow the cake to cool completely.
Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
Mix the cake crumbs with 1/3 cup frosting until the mixture is dough-like. Add more frosting if needed to reach the desired consistency.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm.
Melt a small amount of one color of candy melts. Dip the tip of a stick into the melted candy, then insert it halfway into a cake ball. Repeat with all the balls.
Melt the remaining candy melts in separate bowls. Dip each cake pop into the melted candy, fully coating it. Gently tap off excess.
Decorate with sprinkles while the coating is still wet. Insert the pop into the styrofoam block to dry.
Once the coating has hardened, they’re ready to serve!
Tip: If your candy melts are too thick, mix in a teaspoon of coconut oil to thin them out.
Cupid's Snack Bowl
This colorful mix of sweet and salty snacks is perfect for sharing and makes a great gift too. The combo of crunch and chocolatey sweetness is absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients - No Bake
7 cups popcorn (unsalted, unbuttered)
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts (or replace with extra pretzels for nut-free)
1 cup Chex Honey Nut Cereal
1 cup M&M Valentine's Day chocolates (pink, red, and white)
1 cup mini pretzel hearts
1 cup heart-shaped jellybeans
2 1/2 cups melted white chocolate
Optional garnish: Valentine's Day-themed sprinkles
Instructions
Spread the popcorn evenly on a large baking sheet or parchment paper.
Layer the peanuts, cereal, and pretzels over the popcorn, making sure everything is evenly distributed.
Scatter the M&Ms, marshmallows, and jellybeans over the mix to add sweetness and color.
Drizzle melted white chocolate over the entire snack mix, covering it generously.
If using sprinkles, add them while the chocolate is still wet.
Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Once set, gently break apart any large clusters.
Serve in a large bowl or package into small gift bags for sharing.
Tip: Add chocolate drizzle in zigzag swirls for a professional finish!
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