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Unique Valentine's Day treats made by local Arlington bakers

Your family will love these on-trend Valentine's Day sweets

By Sasha Ridley January 14, 2021

These talented local bakers have all the best goodies to make your Valentine's Day special.  Share them with your family (or eat them yourself - we don't judge at Arlington Macaroni Kid). All of these bakers can make and customize all kinds of treats.  Here are a few of their signature items: 

Gem-cut hot cocoa bombs by Almost Too Adorable, A Custom Cookie CoThese gem cut hot cocoa bombs in Ruby Chocolate are almost too pretty to eat.  Almost. Made with high quality Belgian ruby chocolate and filled with Dutch cocoa powder.  One gorgeous heart comes packaged as a gift with a little mug hugger cookie for $9. Amy also does incredible custom cookies, but she is booked through February 16th.  Pickup in the Fairlington neighborhood of Arlington, VA


Sugar cookies and cookie kits by Village Sweets: Admit it - the best part about cookie decorating is making the fun designs out of the sprinkles and the icing. Kits not yet available but will be soon.  Located in the Westover neighborhood of Arlington, VA.  Check website for store walk-in and online ordering options!


Valentine doughnuts and decorate-your-own doughnuts by Good Company Doughnuts and CafeWhat's better than a doughnut?  A doughnut shaped like a heart that you get to decorate yourself!  Kits coming soon at Good Company Doughnuts and Cafe.  Located in the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, VA.


Custom cookies and kits by Baked by Rowshan: Local Arlington baker Rowshan specializes in custom cookie designs.  We love this cool retro image. Check out her page to see more examples of her clever and creative work.  She also offers diy cookie kits!  Inquire about pricing.  Pickup in Arlington, VA 


Cinnamon Rolls by Sofie K Bakes: Order unbaked cinnamon rolls that you can just pop in the oven and bake fresh for breakfast! They come with a homemade cream cheese frosting and baking instructions.  Baker Sofie is just 13 years old, but her baking game is solid! Pickup in Arlington, VA.


Delivering to Arlington

Teddy Bear and Heart Hot Cocoa Bombs from Cupcake NoveltiesThese little bears are so cute that you might actually feel bad">dissolving them into hot cocoa and marshmallow deliciousness! The kids will get a kick out of these, and let's be honest, you will too.  Delivery available to Arlington, VA.

Smash-able hearts by Mama Bear's Little Bake Shop: These hearts are meant to be broken!  Filled with treats and a special message, they come with a wooden mallet, designed expressly for smashing.  Give it to your little heart breakers for some fun, or take a few swings at it yourself! $30 for a large chocolate heart.  Delivery available to Arlington, VA.

Grazing Boxes by Lucy Q'sThere is something for everyone in a Lucy Q's grazing box!  Options include an assortment of macarons, chocolate covered Oreos, chocolate covered strawberries, Rice Krispy treats, brownies, cookies, and candy.  There's even a scaled-down kid's version!  I think the strawberries count as fruit, so that makes it healthy. More options and pricing on her Facebook pagePickup and delivery are available in Arlington, VA. 

Macaroon gift boxes by Yuzu Dreams Bakery - DMVMacaroon lovers will love these festive and flavorful boxes! $48 for two dozen, with your pick of several delicious flavors. Delivery available to Arlington, VA.

Classic Cocoa bombs by Sweet T's ChocolatesSweet T's has been making hot cocoa bombs though 2020 and pretty much hasn't stopped.  Their classic designs are a wonderful affordable option.  Please inquire about pricing. Delivery available to Arlington, VA 


Dessert Boards by Lovele Sweets: I tried to write something clever, but honestly, the picture speaks for itself.  Coming in three sizes, from $24.99-$60.99, this gorgeous tray will be the centerpiece of your day.  

Just a quick trip away to Vienna/Mclean: 

Cookie and cake decorating kits by The Sweet Life NOVA: The Sweet Life NOVA makes things so easy and fun by providing these pre-cut hearts in batches of 12.  And there's a mini version in batches of 2, which is great for groups, schools, or learning pods.  If you got cookied-out over the holidays, Owner Sarah also makes mini heart-shaped cakes that are the perfect size for decorating.  Pickup in Vienna, VA. 


Cookie Kits and custom sugar cookies by Esquire Confections: This talented baker offers a huge variety of custom cookies, as well as adorable cookie kits in custom shapes at 4 for $12 or 6 for $16. Pickup in Mclean, VA


Cute things in Alexandria: 

Conversation Heart Cocoa Bombs by Kinder Cakes Bakery: These adorable milk chocolate hot cocoa bombs will have people talking! They come as a half dozen for for $30.  Pickup near Kingstowne, Alexandria, VA


Worth a trip to DC

Flavored hot cocoa bombs by Desserts Unlimited: Owner Danielle is famous for her uniquely-flavored hot cocoa bombs, and for Valentine's Day she has come up with combinations such as chocolate strawberry, chocolate raspberry, and strawberry cheesecake!  Inquire about pricing.  Shipping is available, as well as local pick up in Potomac Yards, DC and Oxon Hill MD. 


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