The new year is upon us meaning that it’s almost time to enter the Valentine’s Day season. Now, I’m a hopeful romantic who adore the roses, chocolates, and cute red outfits that accompany the day. Whether you are on the same long-term love train that I am on and can’t wait to make little cards for all your besties or are giving Valentine’s Day a shot for the first time with your new partner, it’s always a great idea to share a little love with your significant other. And of course, you don’t have to break the bank to make your sweetheart feel a little extra special. These 21 food-themed Valentine’s Day gifts are all $10 or less and will make any at-home chef, coffee shop aficiando, or dessert lover feel very appreciated. XOXO!
- Paint-Your-Own Mini Pizza Tic-Tac-Toe Kit , $5
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Make it a pizza-themed Valentine’s Day right at home with this paint-your-own tic-tac-toe kit from Target. For $5, you’ll have a craft to do together and a game to play. Plus, if you have a few extra bucks, you can grab a DIY pizza kit at your grocery store or on Amazon for a delicious night in.
- Teddy Bear Heart Ready to Decorate Cookie Kit, $10
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For your sweet-toothed S.O., grab them this adorable cookie kit from Favorite Day by Target. You’ll be able to design your sweetie on a teddy bear-shaped cookie before you have Valentine’s Day dessert. (Wink wink.)
- Dove x Crumbl Cookies Body Scrub, $7
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Dove recently teamed up with Crumbl Cookies to launch a body scrub, body wash, hand wash, and deodorant collection inspired by the brand’s famous pastry flavors. If your Valentine loves a good self-care day and loves nothing more than a Crumbl delivery, this is the perfect gift. Bonus points if you get them a massive cookie to pair with it, too.
- Vacation AriZona Lip Balm, $8
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Nothing hits harder than an AriZona Green Tea for a beautiful 99¢. The next best thing? AriZona-inspired lip balms. If your boo is an iced tea lover, they will love this lip trio from Vacation. You need smooth lips for a few kisses, right?
- Gigglescape Dessert Stuffed Animals, $5 each
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If you love Jellycat plushies but not the prices, look no further than Target’s equally as adorable stuffed animals from Gigglescape. You can secure a strawberry shortcake, cupcake, Swiss roll, and beyond for your sweetie.
- Freeze-Dried Candy, $9
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Freeze-dried candy is all the rage, not just because it looks cool, but because it makes every iconic sweet treat taste even better. (Who would have ever guessed you could improve Skittles?) Secure a variety of freeze-dried candies from Amazon or your local candy shops such as Skittles, Jolly Ranchers, Nerds Gummy Clusters, and more.
- Fruity Massage Candle, $9.90
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Looking for a gift that’s a little sexy for that foodie in your life? This sweet peach-scented candle doesn’t just set the mood with its flickering light and delightful scent, you can use the melted oil to moisturize your skin and craft a luxury massage experience at home.
- Munchkins, $3+
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My favorite treat is a bunch of donuts and if your Valentine is anything like me, they will be elated to have their own box of 5-25 Munchkins for a V-Day breakfast. For just a little more than $10, you can also score a half-dozen of full-sized donuts at Dunkin’, including their holiday flavors.
- Sriracha2Go – 50 Count, $9.99
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You should always stock up on Sriracha when you have the chance. (We never know when another shortage is coming!) However, if your Sriracha-obsessed hottie is always on the move, these hot sauce packets will be their bestie on all of their travels.
- Retro Kitchen Art, $4
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Does your Valentine need help making their dorm or apartment a little homier? Look no further than Etsy for some unique and colorful food-themed prints. This option from MuseumofCurios will instantly download to your computer. Then, you can easily print the file and thrift a cute frame for your boo.
- La Fusilleria Meter Long Mafaldine Pasta, $7.99
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NGL, my current TikTok obsession is watching chefs and food creators make extra long pasta dishes. Seriously, these plates look soooo delicious. Luckily, you can make your Valentine’s pasta dinner even more luxurious by gifting your at-home cook with these super long noodles. I would go the extra mile and pair with a creamy vodka sauce, personally.
- Chai Spice Tea Drops, $9.99
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Have a luxury tea date at home with help from Tea Drops. They offer a wide array of flavors including Rose London Fog Latte, Strawberry Shortcake, Matcha Latte, and my personal fave, Chai Spice.
- Avocado Toast Hair Clip, $8
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For the Valentine that loves to accessorize with their favorite foods, Jenny Lemons has you covered with foodie-themed hair clips and barettes. This avocado toast option is on sale for $8 and this donut clip is only $5. They look good enough to eat.
- Cake Air Freshener, $8.50
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Help make your S.O.’s car smell as delectable as they are with this vibrant cake-shaped air freshener. It smells like warm vanilla and will make all road trips that much sweeter.
- Maldon Sea Salt Flakes, $8.49
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Whether your partner is a frequent steak savorer, cocktail maker, or brunch lover, this flaky sea salt transforms every dish it touches. Trust me, this will be a gift for yourself more than anything else.
- Pickle Fork Set, $8
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For the pickle-obsessed partner, these pickle forks are the gifts they didn’t even know they needed. And there are two so you can both enjoy your spears, chips, and whole pickles side-by-side. You can never go wrong with putting a bow on a massive jar of Grillo’s, too.
- Espresso Martini, $9.99
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Trader Joe’s just dropped their own pre-made bottle of Espresso Martini and, amazingly, it’s less than $10. If you don’t want to go to a high-end cocktail bar (or simply can’t get a reservation on Valentine’s Day), you can bring the bar to your own home.
- Utz Cheese Balls, $9
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Because who doesn’t love a giant tub of cheese balls?
- Shark Fin Ice Cube Tray, $6
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Level up your honey’s ice game with these shark-themed cube trays. Better yet, introduce them to some fancy ice recipes, too, and watch their water intake increase drastically. And truly, is it not loving to have your partner drink more water?
- Cherry Earrings, $7
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Grab these little cherry dangle earrings for your fave sweetie pie.
- Date Night Cookbook & Activities Book, $9
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Give your Valentine the gift of great dates to come. This cookbook features delightful and easy recipes for two and an array of games to play with each meal. Plus, author Crystal Schwanke even offers special recipes for birthday and anniversary dates.
