Easy Valentine’s Day Treats the Family Will Love!

Valentine’s Day in Denver is upon us! Don’t miss our round-up of how to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Denver: Romantic Dining, Family Fun and Gift Ideas. 

Showing love doesn’t have to be stressful or time-consuming. Check out these darling ideas–some are healthy, some involve chocolate. Either way, you win. 

1. XOXO Valentine’s Day Snack Mix

What’s sweet, salty, and made with 100% true love? This XOXO Valentine’s Day Snack Mix delivers a festive treat that’s sealed with a kiss! Get the recipe from The Baker Mama.

2. Chocolate Strawberry hearts

These chocolate strawberry hearts are easy to make and since they are chocolate-covered strawberries they are delicious too! http://onelittleproject.com/chocolate-covered-strawberry-hearts/

3.  Valentine’s marshmallow pops

Here’s Valentine’s treat that is super easy, and perfect to send along with your little sweeties to share with their friends. http://www.glorioustreats.com/2011/02/valentines-marshmallow-pops.html

4. Hearts in apple sandwich

All you need are an apple, a small heart-shaped cookie cutter and some fun fillings!  http://www.happytogetherbyjess.com/hearts-in-apple-sandwich/

5. Heart Rice Krispie Pops

Even little kids will love helping mold these Rice Krispies into heart shapes, dipping them in melted chocolate and covering them with sprinkles. https://www.skiptomylou.org/heart-rice-krispie-pops/

6. Fruit kabobs

Get creative  (and healthier!) by making edible Cupid’s Arrows with fruit firm enough to withstand a skewer. https://shmallergy.wordpress.com/2012/02/13/cupids-arrows-valentines-day-fruit-kabobs/

 

7. Red velvet sandwich cookies

They are easy to make and do not need a lot of ingredients. http://www.bakerella.com/easy-and-easier-valentine-treats/

 

8. Cupid’s arrows

Almost similar to fruit kabobs are cupids arrow which is made using a pretzel. Fast, fun and easy! https://organizeyourstuffnow.com/cupids-arrows

9. Heart milk cubes

Add a few drops of red food color to milk in a bowl and freeze it during the night in the ice cube trays. http://asubtlerevelry.com/heart-milk-cubes/

10. Cherry tomato hearts

Simply cut two separate tomatoes at 45 degrees and join the two pieces in a way that they make a heart. Combine the two together using a toothpick and it will make a lovely cupid’s arrow and a healthy snack at the same time. 

 

Happy Valentine’s Day!