Valentine Baking

If food is the way to woo your valentine, then these heartwarming recipes are guaranteed to kindle a fine romance. Sweets are a surefire way to say, "Be my valentine." And when you've made them yourself, they're all the more special. Cut out sugar cookies using heart-shaped cookie cutters before decorating them and there will be no doubt about your feelings.

For maximum impact, prepare a pie in our heart-shaped ruffled pie pan. Just use your favorite pie recipe, then cut out lots of little hearts from an extra pie dough round using cookie cutters. Arrange them in an overlapping pattern on top of the pie for a stunning effect.

Of course, there's nothing like chocolate to express your affection. Long associated with romance, chocolate was believed to be a powerful aphrodisiac in ancient times. A red velvet cake made in a heart-shaped Bundt pan is an easy way to celebrate your sweetie with sweets. Heart-shaped sprinkles are optional.