Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids

Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids

Valentine's Day advertisements are often geared towards couples rather than kids. While it is a very "couple-centric" holiday, we also believe that it's a day to celebrate everyone you appreciate, especially your kids! Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get the kiddos excited about Valentine's Day. Whether they're heading to a school Valentine's Day party or spending the day at home with family, making homemade treats is a great way to get them into the holiday spirit. From giant chocolate chip cookies to gluten free cupcakes that they can share with friends, there are countless festive recipes you can follow to get your kids involved in the kitchen. Keep on reading for some of our favorite kid-approved homemade Valentine's Day treats.

Gluten Free Almond Blossoms

Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids | Bob's Red Mill Blog This gluten free version of traditional peanut butter blossoms makes for the perfect kid-friendly Valentine's Day treat. Stressed about gluten free baking conversions? Don't be! Made with our Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, this recipe takes the guesswork out of gluten free baking and is a simple dessert to bake with the kids. This easy recipe leaves plenty of room for creativity. Replace the Hershey's Kisses with Valentine-themed M&Ms or even add sprinkles to the top.

Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids | Bob's Red Mill Blog This cookie is what children dream about. Its ooey-gooey texture and larger-than-life-size will have your kids excited from the get-go. Easy to put together, it's the ultimate cookie to make and share with friends. The best part about this sweet treat is that it can be tailored to your kiddos taste buds. Leave as is, or treat it like a "cookie pizza" and add your child's favorite candy toppings. To create this delicious cookie's soft and chewy texture, we used our very own thick rolled oats. Rich in dietary fiber, oats are a great way to add substance to a dessert.

Easy Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcakes

Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids | Bob's Red Mill Blog Searching for a simple yet delicious treat to make with your little ones? Then look no further! These easy gluten free vanilla cupcakes are the perfect Valentine's Day treat. Made with pantry staples, this recipe uses our Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour to help create a grain free and delicious cupcake. Add your flair to these cupcakes by adding food coloring or flavoring to the frosting. Toppings like sprinkles, candy and even fresh fruit can be added to these cupcakes to give them a festive look. Easy to make in large batches, this treat is the perfect dessert to bring to your kiddos Valentine's Day Party at school.

Cassava Brownies

Best Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Kids | Bob's Red Mill Blog Nothing says "I love you" quite like a soft, chewy and chocolatey brownie. This healthy spin on the classic brownie is the perfect way to introduce your children to more wholesome ingredients. Adding these healthy ingredients to a yummy dessert like brownies is a great way to show them just how delicious healthy foods can be. By using cocoa powder, cassava flour and dark chocolate chunks, you and your kids can create a brownie that's not only rich in flavor but is also rich in nutrients. The children will love how this dessert tastes, and their friends won't be able to tell the difference. Plus, you're sure to earn the parent-of-the-year award once the other parents realize just how nutritious these brownies are! From vegan to gluten free recipes, we hope you enjoyed this article and found a sweet treat to make with your kiddos. Whatever you decide to make, we wish you a happy, healthy holiday full of quality time and family fun. At Bob's Red Mill, we love spending time with those we care about and take comfort knowing that our recipes may help you create memories full of love and laughter. Have a favorite kid-friendly Valentine's day treat of your own? We'd love to hear about some of the desserts you've created with your children in the past. From decorative cookies to candy-filled cakes, we can't wait to hear what creative desserts you and your family have come up with. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you and your family a Valentine's Day full of love!
Bob's Red Mill
February 11 2020

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