{"id":12731,"date":"2021-01-15T11:09:21","date_gmt":"2021-01-15T05:39:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/?p=12731"},"modified":"2021-01-18T17:19:52","modified_gmt":"2021-01-18T11:49:52","slug":"easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day","title":{"rendered":"Easy to Bake Desserts for Valentine&#8217;s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day\/#Chocolate_Mousse_Cup\" >Chocolate Mousse Cup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day\/#Coconut_Creme_Chocolates\" >Coconut Cr\u00e8me Chocolates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day\/#Peanut_Butter_Trifle\" >Peanut Butter Trifle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day\/#Blissful_Stuffed_Strawberries\" >Blissful Stuffed Strawberries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/easy-to-bake-desserts-for-valentines-day\/#Flourless_Chocolate_Torte\" >Flourless Chocolate Torte<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Valentine\u2019s is a day designated for lovers all over the world. However, it does not mean that you as a couple do exactly what other couples do. This year, showcase your love to your beloved by making something for them. No not a meal nor a handmade gift! Rather a luscious dessert. Now, you don\u2019t have to be an experienced baker to make an enticing sweet dish. All you need to be is willing and enthusiastic. We have curated a list of some easy to bake desserts that are just perfect for Valentine\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Mousse_Cup\"><\/span><strong>Chocolate Mousse Cup<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12735 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Chocolate-Mousse-Cup-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Mousse Cup\" width=\"420\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Chocolate-Mousse-Cup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Chocolate-Mousse-Cup-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Chocolate-Mousse-Cup.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><br \/>\nCelebrate Valentine\u2019s Day with this easy to make rich velvety chocolate mousse dessert in a cup.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 20 min Prep+ chilling<\/p>\n<p><strong>Serves:<\/strong> 2 people<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Ingredients<\/strong><br \/>\n1 tablespoon water<br \/>\n1 tablespoon sugar<br \/>\n1 large egg yolk (lightly beaten)<br \/>\n\u00bc cup chocolate chips<br \/>\n\u00bd cup heavy whipping cream<br \/>\n1- \u00bd teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steps to Follow<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In a small pan, melt chocolate chips with water and stir until it is smooth.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Separately stir a small amount of the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk and return it to the pan. Continue to Stir.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Cook the mixture for 2 minutes or until it is slightly thickened. Turn off the heat and pour the vanilla extract.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Quickly transfer the mixture into a small bowl. Make sure to stir it occasionally to ensure proper cooling.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 5:<\/strong> In a separate bowl, beat the whipping cream until it thickens. Add the sugar and continue to beat until it becomes soft.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Now fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Cover it up and keep it in the refrigerator for a minimum 2 hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional:<\/strong> Garnish the mousse with fruits like raspberries and whipped cream.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coconut_Creme_Chocolates\"><\/span><strong>Coconut Cr\u00e8me Chocolates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12736 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/coconut-cream-chocolates-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"coconut cream chocolates\" width=\"421\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/coconut-cream-chocolates-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/coconut-cream-chocolates-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/coconut-cream-chocolates.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><br \/>\nWhether you are a fan of the coconut flavour or not, this cr\u00e8me chocolate will be the epitome of your Valentine celebration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 15 min Prep+ chilling<\/p>\n<p><strong>Serves:<\/strong> 2-1\/2 dozen<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>7 ounces of marshmallow cr\u00e8me<br \/>\n2- 2\/3 cups of shredded sweetened coconut, toasted<br \/>\n1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br \/>\nA dash of salt<br \/>\n5 ounces of milk chocolate, chopped<br \/>\n1- \u00bd teaspoons shortening<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steps to Follow<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In a large bowl, mix coconut, marshmallow cr\u00e8me, salt and vanilla extract until fully blended. Once done, cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Take out from Refrigerator and begin to shape the mixture into 1 inch sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet and refrigerate for minimum 3 hours.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> In a microwave, melt shortening and chocolate until a smooth texture is formed. Dip the coconut balls in the melted chocolate texture. Let the excess drip off.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Place the balls on a wax sheet to let it set.<br \/>\nHow to Toast Coconut?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option 1<\/strong>&#8211; Place the coconut in a shallow pan and bake for 5-10 minutes in an oven at 350\u00b0 heat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option 2<\/strong>&#8211; Cook the coconut in a skillet over low heat until it turns golden brown. Make sure to stir occasionally.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peanut_Butter_Trifle\"><\/span><strong>Peanut Butter Trifle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12737 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Trifle-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Trifle\" width=\"421\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Trifle-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Trifle-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Trifle.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><br \/>\nApart from being effortlessly simple and less time consuming, the heavenly peanut butter trifle will leave you wanting more.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 20 min Prep<\/p>\n<p><strong>Serves:<\/strong> 12 servings<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Ingredients<\/strong><br \/>\n4 cups cold milk<br \/>\n1 prepared sponge cake (weight- 8 to 10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes<br \/>\n2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix (weight- 3.9 ounces each)<br \/>\n1 carton (weight- 12 ounces) of frozen whipped cream. Should be thawed<br \/>\n2 packages (8 ounces each) mini peanut butter cups. Can use brand- Reese<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steps to Follow<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In a large bowl, pour milk and pudding mix. Whisk well for 2 minutes. Now let the pudding mixture stand for 2-3 minutes for a soft texture.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> In a glass or trifle bowl, layer half of the cake cubes, pudding mixture, and whipped cream and mini peanut butter cups. Repeat this process to make layers. Once done, refrigerate until serving time.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blissful_Stuffed_Strawberries\"><\/span><strong>Blissful Stuffed Strawberries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12738 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Blissful Stuffed Strawberries\" width=\"422\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-810x810.jpg 810w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries-1140x1140.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blissful-Stuffed-Strawberries.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px\" \/><br \/>\nThese bite-sized strawberries have a sublime stuffing that makes it the ideal dessert for a romantic evening.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 20 min Prep<\/p>\n<p><strong>Serves:<\/strong> 3 dozen<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Ingredients<\/strong><br \/>\n3 dozen large fresh strawberries<br \/>\n11 ounces cream cheese<br \/>\n\u00bd cup powdered sugar<br \/>\n\u00bc teaspoon almond extract<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional:<\/strong> Grated chocolate<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steps to follow<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Remove stems from the strawberries. Then, cut a deep \u2018X\u2019 on the tip of each berry and gently spread it open.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> In a bowl, pour the powdered sugar, cream cheese and almond extract. Beat the mixture until it\u2019s light and fluffy.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Now, carefully put 2 teaspoons of the mixture into each berry. If desired, sprinkle chocolate shavings on the berries. Chill in refrigerator until serving time.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flourless_Chocolate_Torte\"><\/span><strong>Flourless Chocolate Torte<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12739 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Flourless Chocolate Torte online\" width=\"421\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-810x810.jpg 810w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online-1140x1140.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Flourless-Chocolate-Torte-online.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><br \/>\nThis divine torte is a dream come true for every chocoholic. It is a little more elaborate than the rest of the treats which is way it is the best.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 20 min Prep+ 40 min bake+ cooling<\/p>\n<p><strong>Serves:<\/strong> 12 servings<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Ingredients<\/strong><br \/>\n5 large eggs, separated<br \/>\n12 ounces of chocolate, chopped<br \/>\n\u00bc teaspoon cream of tartar<br \/>\n\u00be cup butter<br \/>\n\u00bd cup sugar ( optional: powdered sugar)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steps to follow<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Step1:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0. Pour water in a metal bowl and put it on the stove. Now place a glass bowl on top of the metal one. Put the chocolates and butter into the glass bowl to let it melt. Keep stirring to ensure a smooth texture. Once done, keep the melted chocolates on a side to cool.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> In a large bowl, beat room temperature egg yolks until lemon-coloured and thick. Then, beat in the melted chocolate. With clean beaters, beat the cream of tartar and egg whites on medium speed until it gets foamy.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Now add 1 tablespoon sugar at a time. Beat on high speed until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture forms stiff peaks. Then, fold just \u00bc of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture. Mix it gently, then fold the rest of the egg whites.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Now transfer the entire mixture into a greased spring form pan. Bake the dish for 40-45 minutes at 350\u00b0. Once complete, let it cool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional:<\/strong> If desired, dust the torte with powdered sugar. You can adorn it with berries of your choice.<\/p>\n<p>These dishes are so straightforwardly simple that you don\u2019t even need to be afraid of burning the house down. Either surprise your loved one with any of these dishes or make it into a Valentine\u2019s Day activity for the two of you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Valentine\u2019s is a day designated for lovers all over the world. However, it does not mean that you as a couple do exactly what other couples do. This year, showcase your love to your beloved by making something for them. No not a meal nor a handmade gift! Rather a luscious dessert. 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