Valentine Round Up

As Red Velvet Week comes to a close, I’ve curated a special Valentine’s round up of delightful food items. This selection includes some indulgent red velvet treats and a variety of other mouth-watering options.

I hope you’ve enjoyed the week and discovered new recipes to share with your loved ones. Whether it’s the classic allure of red velvet or other delicious creations, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy this Valentine’s Day!

• Red Velvet Cake Krispie Treats – This gives your classic Krispie treats a festive makeover by incorporating some red velvet cake mix into the melted marshmallow mixture. The addition of red velvet cake mix not only adds a beautiful red hue but also a subtle chocolate flavor. Once the Krispie treats have cooled and set, drizzle white chocolate on top for an elegant and delicious finish.
• Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls –  Transform ordinary cinnamon rolls into a fun and festive treat by shaping them into hearts. Start with a tube of pre-made cinnamon roll dough. Then you reshape it into a heart before baking. Once baked, drizzle the rolls with icing tinted with food coloring and enjoy these adorable and delicious treats. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day breakfast or any time you want to spread some love.
•  Sugar Cookie Bars – This recipe takes sugar cookie dough that is pressed into a baking pan to create cookie bars. Once baked and cooled, decorate with a delicious frosting and sprinkles and cut the bars into squares. These sugar cookie bars are easy to make and perfect for parties, bake sales or just a sweet treat at home. Customize the decorations to match any holiday or theme.

Fruity Fun

• Double Chocolate Strawberry Topped Pancakes – Start your day with a decadent breakfast by making double chocolate pancakes. Use cocoa powder and chocolate chips in the batter to create rich, chocolaty pancakes. Once cooked, top them with juicy strawberries along with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
• Cherry Chocolate Pie – Combine the classic flavors of chocolate and cherries in a delightful pie. Start with a graham cracker or chocolate cookie crust, and fill it with a fluffy chocolate filling. Top the filling with a layer of sweet and tart cherry pie filling. This pie is reminiscent of cherry cordials and makes a perfect dessert for Valentine’s Day or any other celebration. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
• Strawberry Jam Buttercream – Elevate your baked goods with this sweet and fruity buttercream. Simply blend butter, powdered sugar, and a generous amount of strawberry jam to create a smooth and flavorful frosting. Use this buttercream to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. The sweet strawberry flavor adds a delightful twist to traditional buttercream, making it perfect for any occasion that calls for a fruity touch.

More Sweet Creations

• Red Velvet Cupcakes  – These are an absolute favorite for a reason! The moist and fluffy red velvet cupcakes are perfectly complemented by a creamy frosting that’s made extra special with the addition of a little Cool Whip. This unique ingredient not only adds a delightful lightness to the frosting but also enhances its overall flavor, making these cupcakes a truly irresistible treat.
• Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Laffy Taffy Frosting – These cupcakes are a delightful surprise for anyone who loves strawberries. The filling is spreadable fruit, and the frosting is where the magic happens. By incorporating strawberry Laffy Taffy into the frosting, you get a slight strawberry flavor that’s perfectly balanced with a beautiful light pink color. These cupcakes are as fun to look at as they are to eat!
• Chocolate Fondue – Do you fondue?  If not, you absolutely MUST! Chocolate fondue is a decadent and interactive dessert that’s perfect for sharing. Melted chocolate is kept warm in a fondue pot or small slow cooker, and you can dip an array of fruits, marshmallows, pretzels, and more into the rich, velvety chocolate. It’s a fun and delicious way to end any meal.
• White Chocolate and Raspberry Heart Cheesecake – This cheesecake tastes amazing and looks incredibly charming with its heart-shaped raspberry swirls. The technique involves using a toothpick or skewer to create the heart shapes by swirling raspberry puree into the creamy white chocolate cheesecake batter. The result is a beautiful and romantic dessert that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.