In honor of the sweetest holiday around, we are sharing the love with 10 of the best Valentine’s Day desserts. I’ve combed the web and drooled over countless recipes and pictures to give you the most amazing sugary creations to fall in love with this Valentine’s Day — because what else is this holiday for but for eating a whole bunch of chocolate? Whether you are spending the day with your significant other, your friends, or every by yourself, these treats are sure to make you feel all warm and fuzzy. Click on the links provided if you want to make or purchase these amazing creations.
1. Martha Stewart’s Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches: Who is better to go to for adorable Valentine’s Day desserts? Martha Stewart creates the perfect combo of ice cream and cookies. I’d definitely check out the other amazing desserts on her website, too.
2. Raspberry Buttercream Filled Brownie Bites: How cute are these little brownies? The recipe shows you how to make them from scratch, but you can always give the old collegiette try with store bought brownie mix and frosting (trust me, no one will know).
http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2012/02/raspberry-buttercream-filled-brownie-bites.html
3. Sweet Heart Cupcakes: These cute creations are a sweet new spin on the classic cupcake. Maraschino cherry frosting? I’d be your Valentine any day.
http://www.glorioustreats.com/2012/01/sweet-heart-cupcakes.html
4. Valentine’s Cake Pops: Here’s a recipe I’m sure any collegiette can handle, courtesy of National Geographic Kids. Simple, adorable and delicious. What more could you ask for?
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/activities/recipes/cake-pops/
5. Crumbs Bakery: This amazing bakery features out-of-this-world cupcakes. Chocolate covered strawberry and blackbottom cheesecake brownie? Yes please. You can even have these amazing cupcakes delivered to your loved ones (and yourself) by ordering online!
http://www.crumbs.com/signature-cupcakes.html
6. Red Velvet Kiss Cookies: You had me at red velvet.
http://littleleopardbook.com/2012/02/14/whats-for-dessert-red-velvet-kiss-cookies/
7. Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Covered Strawberries: I repeat. Cheesecake. Stuffed. Chocolate. Covered. Strawberries. Need I say more?
http://www.bakersroyale.com/fruit/cheesecake-stuffed-chocolate-covered-strawberries/
8. Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies: An adorable (and pink!) twist on an old classic. Keeping it sweet and simple.
http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/valentines-day-strawberry-chocolate-chip-cookies/
9. Wicked Good Cupcakes: These cupcakes really do live up to their name. And the best part? They come in jars! Order flavors like sea salted caramel or peanut butter surprise online and have them shipped to your Valentine!
https://www.wickedgoodcupcakes.com/Shop-Online/Cupcakes-In-Jars.aspx#.UvBk6xaE7ww
10. Stay Sweet Cupcakery: That’s right, we have our very own phenomenal cup cake shop right in our backyard here at Bucknell. Stay Sweet Cupcakery, located on Market Street, features delicious cupcake flavors that are sure to satisfy your Valentine’s Day sweet tooth. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stay-Sweet-Cupcakery/262652510417852
So no matter what you are doing on Valentine’s Day, make sure to treat yourself. Whether it’s indulging in one (or a lot!) of these amazing desserts, splurging on some adorable clothes, or having a fun night with friends or a significant other, allow yourself to embrace the love this Valentine’s Day.