Every year, I swear I’m going to be more organized about Valentine’s Day—and every year, without fail, reality hits. Valentine's Day comes at a tricky time, right after what always feels like a longJanuary and right in the middle of Mardi Gras season and usually during a stretch when I’m still trying to find my footing again after the holidays. Between school schedules, work, parades and King Cake, elaborate crafts and Valentine's-themed desserts just don't seem super doable.
On the other hand, I do want to start doing more Valentine’s things with my kids. Just something small that says, “Hey, this day is special,” ideally without requiring glitter, piping bags or a full grocery run. Bonus points if it's an activity they can participate in with me.
That’s why simple festive craft and food ideas are my go-to right now, and content creator Shannon Dougherty absolutely gets it. She shares a lot of easy, low-stress recipes and "mom hacks," and her oh-so-cute three-ingredient Valentine’s Day pretzel hearts immediately went on my must-make list.
These little treats caught my attention for a few reasons: They're super easy to make, they require minimal ingredients and equipment and they're so simple that your kids can get in on the fun too! For all of those reasons, they sounded like a Valentine’s Day win to me. Read on for my full review of these kid-friendly sweets and learn how to make them yourself.
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Ingredients Needed for Valentine’s Pretzel Kisses
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This ingredient list for this recipe (if you can call it that) is almost comically short. You'll need pretzel twists or waffle pretzels, Hershey kisses and conversation hearts (or any type of small candy heart).
For the kisses, you can mix things up and go with any flavor you like. I used Hershey's Hugs, which are a combo of milk chocolate and white chocolate. For the candy hearts, I went with a bag of conversation hearts I found at Target that included green apple, watermelon, lemon and blue raspberry flavors, which immediately made these more exciting than the traditional version of the classic candies. The colors pop, and the flavors actually taste good.
Other than those three ingredients, you just need a baking sheet and an oven.
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@athomewithshannonVALENTINE’S DAY PRETZEL HEARTS ?? obsessed with this easy 3 ingredient Valentines Day Pretzels! If you want a little more heart?? One of my favorite kinds of Valentine traditions are the ones that don’t ask for much - just a few ingredients and a little time together!! Love these so much! Valentine’s doesn’t have to be complicated to be special. These little pretzel hearts have become one of those simple things we make every year — easy, sweet, and meant to be shared. Make sure to save and comment “HEART” - for list of ingredients and directions to make at home❤️ These pretzel hearts are simple, sweet, and easy to make again next year #easyrecipe #recipe #valentinesdayrecipe #valentinesday
♬ Sogni ancora - Piero PiccioniHow To Make Valentine’s Pretzel Kisses
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and optionally lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. I skipped that second step, though, because I was making a small batch, so I just used a baking dish and popped it into the dishwasher when everything was done (but lining the pan does make for ultra-easy cleanup).
Arrange the pretzels in a single layer in the pan, leaving a little space between each one. Unwrap the Hershey kisses and place one in the center of each pretzel.
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Slide the pan into the oven and bake just until the chocolate softens, which took about 3 minutes for me. You’re not looking for melted puddles here, but you also don't want the chocolate to be too solid in the center.
Remove the pan from the oven and immediately press a candy heart gently into the top of each kiss. The chocolate will spread a bit and grab onto the heart, acting like edible glue.
Once the pretzels are topped, let them cool completely on the pan. As the chocolate firms back up, everything sets into a neat little stack that’s easy to pick up.
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My Honest Thoughts About These 3-Ingredient Valentine's Treats
This is exactly the kind of recipe I want in my life: super simple, fun and foolproof. If you can unwrap candy and turn on an oven, you can make this dessert.
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Both the taste and texture of these pretzel kisses are simple but satisfying. You get the crunch and saltiness from the pretzel, smooth chocolate from the kiss and a little pop of fruity sweetness from the candy heart. It’s a surprisingly good balance of salty-chocolatey-fruity flavors, and the flavored hearts really make a difference.
The biggest surprise for me was how much I liked the non-traditional candy heart flavors. Green apple and blue raspberry shouldn’t work with chocolate, but somehow it did!
These treats are perfect for school treats, party trays or just something festive after dinner. Of course, they're also great for making with the kiddos as a special (but low-effort) Valentine's snack.
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Tips for Making This Treat
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When baking the pretzel kisses, keep a close eye on the oven. If you bake them for too long, the Kisses will get too melty and lose their shape.
2. Wait for a second
For cleaner edges, let the pretzel Kisses sit for about 30 seconds after coming out of the oven before adding the candy hearts. This helps the chocolate hold its shape even after a candy heart is pressed in.
If you don’t have candy hearts (or can't get behind pairing a fruity candy with chocolate), M&M’s and sprinkles work well as toppers.
4. How to stash and store
The pretzel kisses will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. If your house is warm, refrigerate them so the chocolate doesn't get melty, then bring them back to room temperature before serving. These treats also travel well, which makes them great for dropping off with neighbors or loved ones. Pop them in cute Valentine's-themed treat bags for an extra-special touch.
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