Store-bought candy has been a lifesaver for so many romantics on Valentine's Day- especially you big-time procrastinators out there. But there's something about homemade candy that really gives you those extra it's the thought that counts' brownie points! And with the right ingredients and a little bit of planning, it really isn't hard to do! Here are 7 DIY Valentine's Day recipes your loved one will love this year!
Chocolate Covered Fruit Truffles
Any recipe with just two ingredients is our kind of recipe! All you need for these rich and sweet chocolate covered fruit truffles are 3 cups of fresh fruit and 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks or chips. From pineapples, kiwi, banana, strawberries and more, you can pick your favorites and make the cutest little fillings with a heart-shaped cookie cutter. Dip into the creamy melted chocolate, and its the perfect indulgence for health-loving significant others!
Hugs & Kisses Bark
This creamy chocolate bark is the perfect way to show off your artsy side as you send a heartfelt, edible message to your loved one. With our premium coating chocolates in a variety of fun colors, you can get everything you need to turn this delicious milk chocolate bark into a lovely masterpiece! Chocolate is all you need for the base, drizzle and XO letters adorned on top!
Red Velvet Fudge
Red velvet is a staple of Valentine's Day, and for good reason! It's vibrant ruby color and the decadent chocolate flavor is impossible to not fall in love with. Now, turn it into a rich fudge with mini marshmallows and red sugar sprinkles, and talk about swoon! You'll definitely win over your crush with this recipe.
They may be small, but these gummy hearts pack a lot of fruity flavor! These itsy bitsy sweets are so cute and perfect for snacking. Take your pick of strawberry or watermelon jello, add a little heat, and you'll have a giant gelatin creation to cut out endless heart-shaped bites. With the finishing touch of some granulated sugar, you'll take care of all those sweet tooth cravings this Valentine's Day!
For those more sophisticated chocolate lovers, these caramel cups are the perfect blend of sweet and salty; looking so divine, you'd never guess they didn't come from a fancy confectionery. Sea salt and pink peppercorn are the two stars of this tasty treat with chopped pecans, dark chocolate chips and a pinch of vanilla creating an unbeatable flavor combo. It's a match made in heaven!
Chocolate Pizza Heart
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and we think the homemade look of this chocolate pizza heart is perfect in every way. Plus, it's piled high with all of the very best sweet and salty candies and treats, so it's an unconditional kind of love. You and your kids will have fun baking with whatever tasty ingredients you use and snacking on whatever you don't!
Valentine Lollipops
Put those leftover candy canes to good use in these super cute V-Day lollipops. Just grab a baking sheet and put two small canes together to create a heart shape around a single sucker stick. After a few minutes in the oven, they'll melt and mold together to create the perfect frame for a creamy white or milk chocolate center. Add some sprinkles of your choice, and wah voila! What's not to love?
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