Looking for unique sweet treats to celebrate the most romantic day of the year? The only acceptable way to do Valentine's Day is by making it affordable and having an excuse to go for a Trader Joe's haul. Following this list, your whole pantry will be full of pink snacks, red treats, and heart-shaped candies that are sure to get you (and maybe a partner) in the mood for a lovely holiday.
Whether you’re planning on making an extravagant charcuterie board for friends, having a romantic night in by yourself, or spending the holiday with a special someone, Trader Joe’s has something for everyone this Feb. 14. Luckily, most of these products are already available in stores. Stores across the nation are slowly stocking these highly sought after seasonal items and are known to quickly sell out by popular demand! Make sure to snag a quick gift for your partner (or anyone you love, frankly) before they disappear off the shelves. It’s difficult to resist these sweet treats — shop to your heart's desire!
Ricotta Cuoricini Ravioli
Imagine a pasta dinner with these? The pink and red heart-shaped raviolis are stuffed with ricotta and parmesan cheese and a balsamic reduction. Fancy!
Gone Berry Crazy
If you want the flavor of chocolate-covered strawberries without the hassle, Gone Berry Crazy is your answer. Sweet strawberry pieces are dipped in chocolate and frozen for a delicious dessert.
Raspberry Hearts
These shortbread cookies are filled with sweet raspberry jam and shaped like little hearts. How adorable is that?
Italian Artisan Heart Shaped Pasta
This adorable pasta shape was new last year and is perfect for any romantic occasion. This $3.99 find will hopefully return to Trader Joe’s, joining the usual seasonal collection of Valentine’s themed goodies, a perfect pairing with Trader Joe’s Cacio E Pepe Sauce.
Dark Chocolate Mini Heart Cookies
The Mini Heart cookies, which retail for $3.29 in stores, are shortbread cookies with a rich dark chocolate outside. They’re covered in adorable red and white sprinkles, a lovely addition to a charcuterie board or as a sweet snack.
Jelly Bean Hearts
Calling all jelly bean lovers! This Easter staple was made perfect for Valentine’s Day. Does this article have you craving dessert? Checkout this recipe for pink, strawberry chocolate chip cookies perfect for Valentine’s Day, and your sugar cravings. They come in cute tiny packs and are currently available in store for $0.99 a pack.
Belgian Chocolate Hearts
These milk chocolate truffles feature a decadent milk chocolate shell encapsulating sweet praline filling. They make for a wonderful alternative to more expensive brands such as Godiva. This item is a good, affordable alternative to fancier bonbons: one pack retails for $1.49 in store.
Gummy Xs & Os
Trader Joe’s Gummy X’s and O’s are as delicious as they are adorable. This “soft and chewy gummy candy” has a taste similar to Swedish Fish and a similar texture to Trader Joe’s Scandinavian Swimmers. The soft fruit gummy candy is gluten-free and one pack is sold for $2.99.
Pinks and Whites Shortbread Cookies
Reminiscent of frosting covered animal crackers, the flower-shaped cookies feature a shortbread base covered in a yogurt frosting and festive sprinkles. This goodie would be delightful in a morning coffee! Each box is priced at $2.99.
Heart Shaped Macarons
These heart-shaped french pastries are guaranteed to steal your heart. Each box contains eight macarons in total: four vanilla macarons with strawberry filling and four raspberry macarons with cream filling. One pack goes for $4.99.
Raspberry Mousse Cakes
These cute little cakes come in packs of six bite-size portions and are sure to make your loved one swoon. Glazed in a lovely baby pink frosting with a green leaf, they’re irresistible. One pack retails for $3.49.
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Labeled as “For The Love of Chocolate Mousse Cake,” this item is a decadent two layered chocolate mini cake, covered in dark chocolate ganache and topped with a delicate pink heart and green vine. This item is sure to make anybody feel special, even if it’s just yourself, going for $5.99.
Chocolate Liqueur Cherries
Packed with 33 boozy cherries, this might be the best gift you can purchase at the modest price of $6.99. You must be 21+ to purchase this golden, gorgeous box of chocolates, which are rich and flavorful.
Frozen Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Speaking of chocolate-covered fruits, you can’t go wrong with the classic frozen strawberries to spice up a romantic night. These adorable bite-size bits of the beloved red fruit goes for $2.29 and are available year-round, so feel free to fall in love!
Frozen Mini Cakes
The Frozen Mini Cake pack, labeled “A Dozen Sweet Bites”, comes with 12 mini cakes in 3 different flavors: Chocolate & Coffee Cake, Raspberry Cake, and a Caramel & Chocolate Cake. They’re sold for $5.99 in stores and are a sweet alternative to boring chocolate truffles.
Pink Sparkling Berry Lemonade
While this product is available year round, it’s hard to not pin a strawberry-themed goodie as perfect for any Valentine’s celebration. The pink deliciousness of the seltzer is a cute substitute for alcoholic beverages and is sure to satisfy a sweet tooth.
Cocoa Truffles
It’s hard to go wrong with timeless classics. These cocoa truffles are a new product at Trader Joe’s and must be here to stay with an affordable retail price of $2.99 for a pack of 32 truffles.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcakes with Pink Frosting
These pink, chocolate cupcakes are a gorgeous addition to any Valentine’s feast and are certified gluten-free. They are sold in packs of 4 for $3.99.