Gluten-free on Valentine's Day? Is it even possible?
Yes. Absolutely!
Over a decade of gluten-free Valentine's Days has left me 100% convinced that celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and any other medical condition that led you to a gluten-free diet (it was celiac for me) can't take the sweetness out of Valentine's Day.
This year, you'll discover how easy it is. By the time next Valentine's Day rolls around, you'll be the one reassuring the gluten-free newbie!
This Go Gluten Freely Valentine's Day Guide will walk you through the details, from my family's favorite gluten-free traditions to giftable, gluten-free desserts and craft ideas for your Valentine's party.
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Make it Heart-Shaped
The simplest Valentine's Day traditions in our home involve making things heart-shaped. Pour gluten-free pancakes or eggs into simple heart-shaped molds for breakfast. Serve heart sandwiches for lunch. And, my personal favorite, make heart-shaped pizza for dinner.
Heart-Shaped Pizza
For the best-tasting heart-shaped pizza on Valentine's Day, I make Gluten-Free Heart-Shaped Pizzas that tastes just like real pizza. Really.
You'll love this Neapolitan-style crust with the taste & airy texture of traditional gluten-filled pizza.
Heart-Shaped Soft Pretzels
There are simply no words for how amazing these Gluten-Free Heart Pretzels taste. You'll have to try them for yourself! They are soft and chewy, the perfect texture of traditional gluten-filled pretzels, only these are gluten-free and heart-shaped for Valentine's Day.
Heart-Shaped Breakfast & Lunch
Start the day with this easy sheet pan recipe for heart-shaped egg-in-a-hole toast. Save the heart-shaped cutouts and make heart-shaped sandwiches for lunch.
Heart Love Notes
Every February, I cover my kids' doors with heart post-it notes saying the many things I love about them.
Post one heart note each day of February until Valentine's Day, or cover the door with all 14 notes after your kids go to bed on February 13th.
Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Treat Recipes
Whether you are planning a Valentine's party, a romantic dinner for two, your celiac child's first gluten-free Valentine's Day, or a Galentine's gathering with friends, these sweet recipes will inspire your gluten-free celebration.
Each of the following recipes is gluten-free, but, as always, it's important to check your actual ingredients to make sure you select gluten-free products.
There are two ingredients that you'll see pop up frequently: nuts and chocolate. Here are gluten-free recommendations for both:
- Gluten-Free Nuts - While nuts are naturally gluten-free, they are often processed on the same equipment as gluten-containing foods. Nuts.com is a trustworthy source of gluten-free nuts. Be sure to buy specifically from the gluten-free selection of products.
- Gluten-Free Chocolate - Nestle Chocolate Morsels are labeled gluten-free. Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips are gluten-free and top allergen-free.
Assemble a collection of these gluten-free goodies into a Valentine's Day charcuterie board.
Gluten-Free Candy
Find safe candy to add to your Valentine's Day celebrations:
14 Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes
These delicious, gluten-free, desserts are sure to sweeten up your Valentine’s Day! I’ve rounded them up from my own recipes and from fellow food bloggers to give you (and me) an excuse for a party.
Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Cookie Recipes
Serve a combination of these delicious gluten-free cookies at your next Valentine's Party. No one will guess they are gluten-free.
They are also easily gift-able. Share the love. Package these Valentine's cookies in gift boxes or even a heart-shaped box for the perfect Valentine's Day gift.
3 Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Sweet Snack Recipes
Gluten-free, sweet snacks can be enjoyed by the handful!
3 Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Beverage Recipes
Pink, gluten-free, Valentine's Day beverages add an extra touch of whimsy to your celebration.
When shopping for gluten-free ingredients for these adorable pink drinks, I recommend:
- Breyer's vanilla ice cream
- Nestle white chocolate
- Hershey's strawberry syrup
- V-8 Strawberry Banana Juice
The first three will state gluten-free right on the label, and V-8 Strawberry Banana Juice is gluten-free according to the manufacturer's website.
Valentine's Day Party Crafts
What to do at your gluten-free Valentine's Party? Eat heart-shaped pizza, enjoy gluten-free sweets... and craft, of course!
Valentine crafts double as entertainment and the perfect party favor or Valentine's Day gift.
You've got this! It seems not long ago that my family was finding our way through our first gluten-free Valentine's Day. Read our story here. Now, we have Valentine's Day down. You will, too.
I'd love to see pics of your gluten-free celebration! Post on your favorite social media platform and tag @GoGlutenFreely.
More gluten-free Valentine's Day ideas:
- Gluten-Free Valentine's Candy
- The Best Gluten-Free Valentine's Gifts
- Easy Valentine's Day Chocolate Covered Strawberries (Gluten-Free)
- 10 Strategies to Keep Your Celiac Child Included and Gluten-Free at School
- 15 Gluten-Free Party Food Ideas (for Kids)
- Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Dessert Charcuterie
