What is Valentine's Day food?

A good-quality steak with a potato side is a timeless choice, but couples craving a lighter romantic meal may go for fish like sea bass or salmon. And naturally, there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan picks for Valentine's Day. Italian dishes, like pasta, are also a classic Valentine's Day choice.

What are alternative Valentine's treats?

Some ideas include homemade energy balls, granola bars, healthy oat cookies using wholesome ingredients, protein-rich nut-butter cups, whole wheat pancakes, naturally sweet date-coconut balls and yogurt-covered treats drizzled with honey.

What is the most common food eaten on Valentine's Day?

Chocolate – We won't leave out the most popular Valentine's Day food, even though it one of the more recent additions to the holiday menu.

What is a good Valentine candy?

Lindt chocolate is known for its classic, small chocolate truffles, which come in a variety of different flavors, including milk, dark and white chocolate, caramel and strawberries and cream. Whether they prefer to mix up flavors, or go with the more familiar options, there's plenty for loved ones to choose from.

What is a Valentine candy?

Sweethearts (also known as conversation hearts) are small heart-shaped sugar candies sold around Valentine's Day . Each heart is printed with a message such as "Be Mine", "Kiss Me", "Call Me", "Let's Get Busy", or "Miss You".

Truffles, chocolate, caviar and maybe even some codfish promote love. What makes a food romantic? Some items are thought of as aphrodisiacs — oysters, chocolate and wine — but there can be more to getting the heart pumping.

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by Amanda Keefer // February 3, 2020 (last updated January 26, 2024)

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February is a month filled with love – heart-shaped candy, chocolates, and of course, Valentine’s Day. It’s a holiday definitely known for its sweet treats! We thought we would gather 20 Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats that you and your family can enjoy!

Just because we are surrounded with sweets and candy, doesn’t mean that this holiday has to be unhealthy. We strive to provide our families with family friendly, healthier, and fun recipes. These 20 Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats are festive, easy to make, and fun for the kids.

February is also American Heart Month, giving families a great opportunity to make sweet treats good for you. Here are some great tips for a heart-healthy Valentine’s day.

When it comes to holidays focused on candy and sweets, there’s always a debate on how much or how little our kids should be eating. Make sure to check out Episode 37 of our podcast, where our registered dietitian, Sally of RealMomNutrition.com, share her thoughts as both a nutrition expert and mom on how families can balance the sugar rush.

Hint: You can still eat candy! Life is all about balance.

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Print these free Valentine’s Day Affirmation hearts and have fun sharing what you love about others in your family leading up to Valentine’s Day! Tape them to doors, the fridge, notebooks, or wherever your loved ones are sure to see them. Spread the love!

Here are 20 of our favorite healthy (and sweet!) Valentine’s Day Treats!

20 Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats

Valentine's Day Snack Board

This Valentine's Day Snack Board is loaded with festive items, healthy fruits, and other snacks.

Nutella-Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

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These little strawberry cheesecake bites are a fun and healthier spin on a classic dessert.

Tiramisu for Tots

Looking for a family friendly version of a classic decadent dessert? Try this Tiramisu for Tots!

Easy Fruit Salad for Valentine's Day

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Fun heart shaped fruits come together in a festive fruit salad to help celebrate Valentine's Day!

Black Bean Lava Cakes

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Craving some chocolate? Try these lava cakes that are made with black beans!

Gluten Free Pop Tarts

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These little heart shaped pop tarts are made with a gluten free crust and strawberry jam.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Yes you read that right, chocolate and avocado blend together perfectly to create a creamy, healthier chocolate mousse.

Easy Healthy Dark Chocolate Fondue

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Just two ingredients come together for a wonderful chocolate dip.

Red Velvet Energy Bites

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These little bites are loaded with power foods and still tastes great.

Strawberry Valentine's Day Skewers

Easy to make and still festive, these fruit skewers are perfect for Valentine's Day!

5-Ingredient No Bake Strawberry Tart

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These little strawberry tarts are easy to make, no baking required, and are loaded with power foods.

Strawberry Hand Pies with Chocolate

Fresh strawberries and chocolate chips make these little hand held pies a fun treat!

Decadent Dark Chocolate Chia Pudding

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This decadent chocolate pudding is made with healthy foods for a tasty treat.

Valentine’s Day Emoji Bento Box

The kids will love opening their lunchboxes to this fun Valentine's Day Emoji Box!

No Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream Bites

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Fresh strawberries and coconut flavors combine to make these fun bite sized treats.

3-Ingredient "Chocolate-Covered Strawberry" Frozen Greek Yogurt Bites

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Strawberry and chocolate make these little frozen yogurt bites absolutely delicious.

Valentine's Day Fruit Tray

Looking for an easy way to help celebrate the holiday? Try this simple heart shaped fruit tray.

Valentines Cucumber Bouquet

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A flower bouquet made from fresh vegetables? How fun! Let the kids help assemble these little flower shaped veggie treats.

Flourless Raspberry Banana Pancakes

This quick and easy breakfast idea will be a great way to start the day!

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Hope you try try some of these 20 Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats to help you celebrate this year! Stop on back and let us know if you try any of these recipes!

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Amanda Keefer

Amanda’s marketing, public relations and community outreach experience spans 20 years. She is the mom of two girls and two boxer dogs. You can hear her as the host of the Healthy Family Project podcast, find her cooking alongside her girls in videos on the Produce for Kids Instagram feed or spot her out volunteering with her family. When not in the office, Amanda can be found with her family on the tennis courts or at the dance studio.

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