We’ve talked about this before. How, despite all the naysayers, skeptics, and romantic grumps who rail against a holiday they claim is solely about selling overpriced roses and underwhelming candy, when it comes to Valentine’s Day, I’m all in. A celebration built entirely around love and chocolate? How can you get down on that?
Before I had kids, Valentine’s Day enthusiasm was directed entirely towards Mr. Mom’s Kitchen. He’s had to share the stage, though, since the arrival of our girls, which means the day has become about romantic AND maternal love.
Chocolate always enters the picture in our house, and I imagine in some of yours, too. And so, in honor of both love and chocolate, I’ve gathered up eight recipes to help you get your Valentine’s Day groove on. Although by no means artery-scrubbing healthful, these 8 Mom-Approved Valentine’s Day Treats pack more of a wholesome punch than most.
Have a peek:
A Perfect Cup of Cocoa with Whipped Cream Hearts
Double Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes
Bittersweet Syrup for Hot or Cold Chocolate
Chocolate Chip “Makeover” Cookies
Three-Ingredient Crispy Chocolate Coconut Hearts
Cocoa Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies
Lighter Chocolate Pot de Creme
And if none of these strike your fancy, a quick search for “cocoa” or “chocolate” on the homepage, will turn up a handful of other options.
Happy Valentine’s Day.
Comments
02.16.2016 at7:43 PM #
Kate
Hope you enjoyed your Valentine’s Day Katie! I too, love this holiday. All my kids asked for was whipped cream, but those whoopee pies of yours look pretty amazing!!
02.16.2016 at7:43 PM #
Katie Morford
Whoopie pies with whipped cream on top, perhaps?
06.23.2016 at9:04 AM #
Julie
Chocolate bark is always a go and you can mix and match so you don’t get bored. My favorite combination is dark chocolate – always – and a mix of whatever nuts I have handy; this way I keep the sugar level low and up the healthy fats.