Heart-Shaped Treats

Put your heart into a Valentine’s Day treat with one (or more) of these fun heart-shaped sweets.

Heart’s Delight Cookies
"We serve these tender, pretty cookies for afternoon tea at the bed-and-breakfast my husband and I operate with my parents," notes Angela Everett of Port Arthur, Texas. "The bows make them look very special!"

Chocolate Pizza Heart
I found this recipe in an old cookbook and changed a few ingredients to suit my family’s taste. You’ll love how fast, fun and simple it is! Get the kids to help you spread the toppings. —Becky Thesman, Enid, Oklahoma

Cherry Shortbread Hearts
"This recipe for heart-shaped cookies is one of the tastiest I’ve tried," writes Elaine Anderson from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. "They make great Valentine’s Day gifts wrapped up in cellophane and ribbon."

Heart Brownie Cookie
Come Valentine’s Day, Angie Powell is extremely busy in Orem, Utah. In addition to decorating cakes at a local restaurant, she makes this special heart-shaped brownie for her husband. It’s also her daughter’s birthday!

Walnut Chocolate Hearts
I’ve been making these cute cookies with mom since I was a little girl. They’re certainly one of my favorites and very fast to make. —Maria Hull, Bartlett, Illinois

Strawberry-Topped Eclair Heart
This original creation looks like it came straight from a gourmet bakery. It’s impressive to serve and flavorful as well. —Shelly Platten, Amherst, Wisconsin

Puff Pastry Hearts
These adorable cream-filled hearts are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time you want to serve a loving treat. The delightful recipe and pretty way to present it come from Sarah Vasques of Milford, New Hampshire.

Chocolate Cherry Heart
My family enjoys this dessert so much that I make it throughout the year. Packaged products make it a snap to prepare. —Jackie Hannahs, Fountain, Michigan