Valentine's Day is all about showing the people we care about just how much we love them. Heart shaped chocolates, cookies and candy are usually a part of the celebration. I don't want to be a party pooper and tell you to avoid sweets completely on Valentine's Day but there are some ways to show your significant other a little love without also sending them into a sugar coma. 

Here are some great options for healthier homemade Valentine's Day treats. 

HOMEMADE DARK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

A little box of homemade truffles make a great gift for your spouse, friends, child's school teacher, etc. You can make a large batch, package them in cute little pink and red boxes, and cross off all of your Velentine's Day gifts with one swipe. Here are some delicious and low-sugar truffle recipes to try out this year. 

Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles from spoonuniversity.com

 

 Guilt Free Chocolate Truffles from mayihavethatrecipe.com 

 

BREAKFAST IN BED

Nothing is sweeter on Valentine's Day than surprising your love with breakfast in bed. If your Valentine enjoys a sweeter breakfast over eggs and toast, you can try out one of these healthier breakfast options

Oatmeal Pancakes 

Pancake Ingredients

• 1/2 cup oats
• 1 banana, mashed
• 3 egg whites
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Mix ingredients together (I like to use my hand blender so the oats break down a little      bit) and cook like a regular pancake. Top with natural nut butter, fresh fruit, and/or pure maple syrup. Feel free to make some heart shaped pancakes for an extra V-Day hit!

 

Strawberry Smoothie

 

For a lighter breakfast or a pink addition to your meal, blend some frozen strawberries with a scoop of vanilla protein powder and some chia seeds (for added healthy fats and fiber). Serve in a tall glass with a fresh strawberry on the rim. Yum! 

Berry and Yogurt Parfait with Homemade Granola

Create a beautiul and tasty breakfast by combning plain Greek yogurt, fresh bright red berries, and homemade, low-sugar granola. Layer the ingrediets in a clear bowl or glass. 

  Here are some links to granola recipes to try out.

  Homemade Sugar Free Granola from mariaushakova.com 

  Easy Healthy Homemade Granola from elizabethrider.com 

 

YOGURT DIPPED STRAWBERRIES

For something a little different than the traditional chocolate strawberries, try this healthier yogurt version from Eatyourselfskinny.com

Note: For this recipe, I would skip the food colouring and stick with white berries (unless you can find all-natural colouring)

 

AVOCADO CHOCOLATE PUDDING

If you're looking for a chocolatey dessert to follow youe Valentine's Day meal, try whipping up a batch of low-sugar chocolate avocado pudding. This dessert is so rich and creamy thar you almost forget it is made from avocados! Serve chilled and top with fresh berries. 

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 1/2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1-3 tbsp. pure maple syrup (start with a little and add more as needed)

Mix all ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Top with fresh berries and enjoy!

 

I hope you get a chance to try out some of these healthier Valentine's Day treats. Regardless of what you end up making or eating this year, I hope you get to spend some quality time with the ones you love. 

 

Love and Health,

LP