Welcome to this heart-themed recipe column. Whether you’re baking for someone or just for yourself, these treats are easy to make and full of flavor. With rose-scented meringues, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and pink rice crispy treats, there’s something for everyone. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- ¾ cup caster sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water
- Pink gel food coloring optional
Materials
- Electric mixer
- Parchment lined baking sheets
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees
- Whip the egg whites with an electric mixer until glossy peaks form
- Add the rose water and 1-2 drops of food coloring (if using) to a small bowl, and fold about a cup of the meringue in.
- Transfer the mixture back into the meringue, and fold gently to combine until color is evenly distributed.
- Pipe rosettes onto parchment lined baking sheets, and bake for about 1 1/2 hours or until the meringues are very dry and peel off the parchment easily.
Review:
Rating: 4/5
These were so light and crisp, they practically dissolved in our mouths. The rose flavor was delicate and not too floral, which we were worried about at first. They looked really cute with the pink swirl, but we had to be patient—they took about 2 hours to bake, not the 1 ½ we were hoping for. Definitely worth it, though! Next time, we’ll make them a bit smaller to speed things up.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Ingredients
- Strawberry
- Chocolate
- Coconut oil
Materials
- Wooden skewer
Instructions:
- Wash the strawberries and slice the green leaves off
- Slice the strawberry in half and cut a triangle on the top
- Poke a skewer into the strawberry
- Heat up the chocolate chips in the Microwave (30-60 seconds) or until the chocolate melts
- Add coconut oil and mix it together
- Dip the strawberries into the chocolate and place on a parchment paper
- Place it in the freezer for 10 minutes and then remove them and add a drizzle with white chocolate (following the same steps to melt the chocolate)
- Remove the skewers and enjoy!
Review:
Rating: 5/5
These were a no-brainer hit. They were quick, easy, and looked like something you’d get at a fancy bakery. The chocolate was super smooth thanks to the coconut oil, and the strawberries were fresh and juicy. A couple of them didn’t coat perfectly, but that was our fault for not drying them enough. These are definitely a go-to treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Pink food colouring
- Rice krispies cereal
- Salted butter
- Fresh marshmallows
Instructions:
- Melt butter on a stove, once the butter has melted
- Add the marshmallows and turn the stove off once 75 of marshmallows has melted 75%
- Add a few drops of food colouring into the mixture and stir until it’s well blended
- Add the mixture into a bowl with the rice krispie cereal and mix (the color will become lighter as you mix the cereal with the marshmallow)
Review:
Rating: 3.5/5
These were soft, chewy, and had just the right nostalgic vibe, but they leaned a little too sweet, even with the salted butter. Next time, we’d try adding a pinch of sea salt or drizzling some white chocolate on top to balance it out. They’re simple to make, though, and still a fun treat to share.
Overall, these recipes were easy to make. The chocolate-dipped strawberries were the clear favorite for their simplicity and flavor, while the meringues impressed us with their lightness and elegance. The rice crispy treats brought were delicious, but could be done a little differently. Whether you’re baking for a special someone or just for fun, you can’t go wrong with these!
