You’ll adore these chocolate-free treats this Valentine’s Day.
Still on the fence?
Remember the wise words of Forrest Gump.

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Boxes of chocolates can be wild cardsbut theserecipes are sure winners.
Plus, you’ll love that they can be prepared in just 10 minutes.
Cakey Strawberry Cobbler
We recommend fresh strawberries for this pretty cobbler.

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If you choose to use frozen, just know it will be a little bit mushier.
Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake
Gathering a group for Valentine’s Day?
A sheet cake makes it easy and we promise this one is delicious.

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Raspberry-White Chocolate Meringue Sandwich Cookies
Who needs a bouquet of roses when you have these edible beauties?
Just don’t forget the cherries on top!
Pink Champagne Cake
A boxed mix makes this gorgeous layer cake a breeze to make.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
Skip the chocolate-covered strawberries and go with these cheesecake bites instead.
Old-Fashioned Caramel Cake
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Decadent.
Need we say more?

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Don’t be surprised if there’s not a crumb left.
The strawberry swirls add just the right touch of red.
Don’t forget whipped cream and fresh strawberries on the side.

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You just can’t.
Cheerwine Cherry Cupcakes with Cherry-Swirl Frosting
The North Carolina cherry soda gets the cupcake treatment.
We guarantee there will be no protests.

Strawberry-Lemonade Cupcakes
Pretty in pink, these adorable cupcakes are perfect for your Valentine’s Day spread.
You’ll garnish each cupcake with a sliced strawberry for a gorgeous presentation.
Each cheesecake is topped with a piping of whipped cream and mixed berries.

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Leave out the darker berries if you want to stick to the Valentine’s red-only theme.
Plus, it’s possible for you to customize these treats to whatever color you desire.
Fresh raspberries are studded throughout the ricotta and vanilla batter.

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Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

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