Treat your sweetie with these Valentine's Day breads and pastries! Grab your baking gear and whip up something special.
23 Valentine’s Day Breads, Sweet Rolls and Pastries to Bake for Your Sweetheart
One-Bowl Chocolate Chip Bread
My family hops out of bed on Valentine’s Day because they know I’m baking this quick bread for breakfast. They’re major chocoholics and it always hits the spot. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
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Heart-Shaped Cinnamon Coffee Cakes
I enjoy making this lovely coffee cake for anniversaries, Valentine’s Day and other special occasions. I found the recipe more than 30 years ago, and I’ve been making it ever since. This delicious treat is a hit with family and friends. —Norma Hammond, Leland, IowaYour sweetheart will appreciate any of these Valentine’s Day desserts.
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls
Turn a box of red velvet cake mix into this easy dessert—or breakfast! The icing tastes good and makes a pretty contrast with the rolls. —Erin Wright, Wallace, KansasCherry Danish
These ruby-studded pastries will be the first to disappear from your brunch table. You can use apple pie filling with equally good results. —Christie Cochran, Canyon, TXCherry-Chip Oat Scones
My family loves scones and anything with oatmeal. I started with my basic scone recipe and added oat flour to increase the oat taste and texture, then included special ingredients you can find in every bite. Look for add-ins that harmonize with the mellow flavor of oats. —Amy Brnger, Portsmouth, New HampshireStrawberry-Pecan Yeast Rolls
These treats are so good! The strawberry filling, creamy glaze and crunchy nuts balance the sweet yeast rolls perfectly. My family loves to eat them as much as I enjoy making them. —Annie Thomas, Michigan, MississippiCraving something even sweeter? Try these Valentine’s Day cakes and cheesecakes.
Strawberries ‘n’ Cream Scones
If you are like me, you won’t be able to eat just one of these warm scones rich with cream and packed with berry goodness.—Agnes Ward, Stratford, OntarioHeart’s Delight Eclair
This lovely and luscious treat is rumored to have been the favorite dessert of European royalty long ago. I know that it’s won the hearts of everyone I’ve ever made it for. Enjoy! —Lorene Milligan, Chemainus, British ColumbiaEditor’s tip: Use one of these heart-shaped baking pans as a mold to get the perfect heart-shaped eclair.
Cranberry Cake Roll
This low-fat angel food cake roll is a guilt-free indulgence. —Paige Kowolewski, Topton, PennsylvaniaThe whole family will enjoy digging into these Valentine’s Day cupcakes!