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No-Bake Valentine's Day Treats to Make for a Classroom
No-Bake Valentine's Day Treats to Make for a Classroom
No-Bake Valentine's Day Treats to Make for a Classroom
By the first of February, it's safe to say that Valentine's Day festivities have already begun. Red sprinkles and frosting fill the kitchen, and Valentine's Day cards are being written. To us, Valentine's Day is a chance to show everyone in our lives just how much we care, which is a lot! If you're a parent, we're sure you understand just how much pre-planning goes into a Valentine's Day party. Instead of planning for one special person in your life, there's now an entire classroom to think about. While the kiddo's school Valentine's Day party can be fun, it can also be stressful if you're unsure what treat to bring. Luckily, delicious food is our specialty, and we're here to help!From chocolate-covered strawberries to cinnamon bun popcorn, here are some of our favorite no-bake Valentine's Day desserts that the entire class will go crazy for.
Usually, when we hear the word cookies, we immediately think of hot ovens and hours spent in the kitchen. Well, this recipe is here to debunk that. These delicious Apple Spice No Bake Cookies are exactly what they sound like: no-baking required! Made with our hearty whole grain oats, all the ingredients in this recipe are mixed in a saucepan and then refrigerated until cooled. No oven time needed! Natural sweeteners like organic coconut sugar and apples are used, making it one that you can feel great about sending your kids to school with. Your child's classmates will love these cookies, and their parents are sure to ask you for the recipe. Made in just 30 minutes, this dessert is excellent when you're running short on time and you need a sweet, decadent treat.
Note: Eating raw oats is generally safe, but may cause digestive issues or increase the risk of foodborne illness.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
A true classic, what's not to love about chocolate-covered strawberries? The sweet flavor of strawberries is one that all children will love, and when paired with chocolate, this fruit makes for the perfect dessert. If you're feeling creative, try cutting the strawberries in half and shaping them into hearts before dipping them into the chocolate. This extra step will add to the festivities and have the entire classroom feeling loved. No baking required! Just dip your strawberries into melted chocolate chips before setting them in the refrigerator to harden. For an extra boost of flavor and nutrients, we recommend mixing the melted chocolate with a spoonful of coconut oil. Not only will this add a boost of flavor to this dessert, but the coconut will help to create a smoother chocolate coating around the strawberry.
Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
Can't seem to find strawberries at the supermarket? Don't worry. Swap the strawberries out for pretzels and voila! You have a kid-approved, easy Valentine's Day treat that is made in just minutes. It doesn't take much time to make a large amount of this dessert. Dip the pretzels into the melted chocolate chips one by one, or use the melted chocolate as a syrup to drizzle over the pretzels. Next, place the dipped pretzels in the freezer to harden, and in no time at all, you'll have a delicious dessert ready for the kids to snack on.
This recipe combines two of our favorite things: delicious, sweet cinnamon rolls and warm, crunchy popcorn. Made with our Vanilla Protein Powder Nutritional Booster, not only does this popcorn taste amazing, but it also packs a nutritional punch of protein and fiber. Kids will love the flavor, and you'll enjoy knowing that it won't cause a classroom sugar rush. Use this simple cinnamon bun popcorn topping to create a sweet Valentine's Day treat for your kid's school party and save the leftover topping to enjoy during your next movie night.If you're worried about what treat to bring to your kids Valentine's Day party at school, don't fret. Even the simplest of treats can be turned into a sweet masterpiece with just a bit of creativity.Whether you're working on a batch of chocolate-covered pretzels or whipping up some no-bake cookies, we hope these desserts have shown you just how easy it is to create a fun Valentine's Day dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.Have a simple, kid-approved, no-bake recipe of your own? We'd love to hear about it in the comments below. At Bob's Red Mill, we're always looking for the latest and greatest dessert recipes and love to see what you come up with.Wishing you and your kiddos a fun-filled and sweet Valentine's Day!