29 Valentine’s Day Treats
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All You Need Is Love
From why we love being a mom to treats we love, check out our best ways to say Happy Valentine's Day.
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Valentine's Day on Pinterest
From crafts and recipe to gifts and cards, we've got Valentine's Day covered on our Pinterest board.
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Valentine's Day Baking and Cooking
This Valentine's Day, surprise your loved ones with a creative DIY treat. We bring you 29 simple V-Day recipes and crafts from the best of the mom blogs. From Bacon Roses and Petit Fours to lovely crafts and activities, they'll know who loves them when they see these masterpieces.
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Stained Glass Heart Cookies on a Stick
Need a treat for your child's class? Go with some simple cookies with 'stained glass' hearts. All you need are some cookie cutters, hard candies and a means of bashing them up into bits. So simple, but you'll look like Martha.
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A Lovely Valentine's Day Roundup
We're crushing hard on these sweet ideas. From delectable homemade desserts to teachers' gifts, we're sure you'll find something you love.
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Chocolate Cupcakes
Who doesn't love a chocolate cupcake—especially on Valentine's Day? Try these light and spongy mini cakes that go easy on the sugar and have no butter at all. And they're still yummy.
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Valentine's Day Crayon Melt
Nothing says 'I love you' more to a kid than a heart made out of recycled crayons. Attach these drawing blocks to cards for the class and they'll be sure to have a colourful and special day.
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Valentine Petit Fours
These petit cakes get four stars with us for just how easy they are to make. It's a great activity to do with the kids...yes, it's that easy.
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Chocolate Pots de Creme with Espresso Cream
Don't settle for simple chocolate on this special day. Transform it with cream and egg yolks into a pot of silky smooth deliciousness you can eat with a spoon. These baked custards can be made the night before and will hit the spot on the day of love.
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A Valentine's Day Meal
Step away from the chocolate. Just because it's V-Day doesn't mean that everything you eat has to be sweet. Just try adding a few heart-inspired items to an otherwise regular weekday meal.
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Cupid's Arrows Valentine's Day Craft
Though these arrows are missing the bow, we're positive they will hit the target. Round up the kids and get crafty making these cute chopstick arrows.
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Mini Valentine's Cheesecakes
When it comes to celebrating love, more times than not, things tend to get a little bit cheesy. But in this case, it's a good thing. Forget the romance and go for these cheesy—and scrumptious—treats.
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Love Bugs
Are you buggin' out over Valentine's Day? Don't. This is a perfect craft to make with your little sweethearts. Forget the paper hearts, make these fun cuties instead.
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Double Chocolate Brownie Cakes
We heart these brownie cakes. We also love the fact that the dairy-free frosting is coloured with beets, rather than red or pink artificial food colouring.
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Bacon Roses
Surprise your bacon lovers with a bouquet of their favourite meat this V-Day. Breakfast in bed, anyone?
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Homemade Valentines
Your child's valentines will fly high above the rest when they pass out these cute pops with wings to their friends. All the message needs to say is 'Happy Valentine's Day.'
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Valentine's Pretzel Hugs
Need a hug? We've got your back with these salty yet sweet treats that make the prefect gift for all those who have given you a hug when you needed it.
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Bespoke Valentines
Want cards that are a little more personal than the ones at the dollar store? Try applying this idea to your child's favourite TV or movie character. Just snap their pic, add some text, print and stick a heart-shaped lollipop—or, in this case, glow stick—in their hand.
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Strawberries 'n Cream Protein Pudding
For this pudding, all you need are four ingredients. That's it. Four. It's great for a quick Valentine's Day breakfast or as an evening snack to beat those sweet cravings for chocolate. Swirl in the jam with love and shape it into a heart.
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Berry Cute School Valentines
Go original for this year's classroom valentines and leave the chocolate at home—everyone does chocolate. Pick up some Swedish Berries, bag 'em, print these gift tags and attach them. This V-Day gift won't disappoint.
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Valentine's Day Marshmallow Pops
When it comes to classroom Valentine's Day treats, it really doesn't get much easier than these pink fluffy marshmallows on lovely sticks. Older kids can make them on their own and younger ones can help out in the kitchen. These pink pops can also be made a few days in advance.
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Valentine's Day Roundup
This Valentine's Day roundup 'rose' to the challenge with some super easy crafts and recipes that'll add a little something extra special to your family's day.
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Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve
Love conquers all, especially when it comes to fashion. So get flirty this Valentine's Day with these reco's from Lena on what to wear—you can start by wearing some hearts.
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Valentine's Day Quotes to Use
Looking for some cute quotes that even Cupid would approve of? Check out this list for inspiration if you're designing your own cards.
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Flourless Brownies with Berries
Take a bite of this flourless brownie and you—and the kids—won't be able to tell it's made with black beans. Your family will get some fibre in every mouthful and we're sure you'll all agree they're 'berry' delicious.
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Valentine's Day Card Stamps
Revamp your outlook on February 14 and go for the stamp. This quick and simple craft can make lots of cards in a short amount of time. Now that gets our stamp of approval.
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Love Buns and Pink Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate that's pink? Which kid wouldn't drink that up? Serve it with a side of Love Buns and you'll have the perfect Valentine's Day treat for a cold February day.
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10 Valentine's Day Crafts for Older Kids
We were wooed by these lovely crafts and older kids will be too. Get crafty with the kids and they may just learn a skill or two.
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Fingerprint Love Bug Cards
Your kids will make their mark this year as they hand out these unique, one-of-a-kind fingerprint cards. Classmates will love them and your kids will love making them.
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Valentine Countdown Calendar
Stretch out the fun of this special day (that comes and goes too fast) by creating a countdown. Your kids will adore it.
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Valentine's Day Friendship Bracelets
Friendship bracelets will never go out of style with besties, so attach one to their best friends' cards and everyone will love the fact that they're matching.
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Frozen Valentine Hunt
It's not Easter just yet, but you don't have to wait for that holiday to have a hunt. Freeze some hearts and scatter them throughout the yard in the snow. Kids will definitely fancy this activity.
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All You Need Is Love
From why we love being a mom to treats we love, check out our best ways to say Happy Valentine's Day.
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Valentine's Day on Pinterest
From crafts and recipe to gifts and cards, we've got Valentine's Day covered on our Pinterest board.
-
Valentine's Day Baking and Cooking
This Valentine's Day, surprise your loved ones with a creative DIY treat. We bring you 29 simple V-Day recipes and crafts from the best of the mom blogs. From Bacon Roses and Petit Fours to lovely crafts and activities, they'll know who loves them when they see these masterpieces. -
Stained Glass Heart Cookies on a Stick
Need a treat for your child's class? Go with some simple cookies with 'stained glass' hearts. All you need are some cookie cutters, hard candies and a means of bashing them up into bits. So simple, but you'll look like Martha.
