It’s hearts all around right now. And what better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than baking up some sweets with your very own sweetheart? Now I know baking isn’t for everyone, but that’s why we love Pillsbury so much—you get the delicious treats without worrying about whether or not you added baking soda instead of baking powder. (It happens.)
So you know Pillsbury has the goods for the season of love. Eat to your heart’s content!
What Shapes Will the Pillsbury Valentine’s Day Cookies Be for 2022?
You can expect two easy, reliable and absolutely delectable treats from Pillsbury. And both heart-shaped cookies are too cute to ignore.
For a simple Valentine’s Day breakfast, keep an eye out for the Pull-Apart Bites. It’s all the joy of monkey bread with none of the fuss.
Where Can I Get ‘Em?
The lovable Pillsbury Valentine’s Day cookies are at retailers nationwide, but only for a limited time! Keep an eye out for them on your next grocery run. You can also buy the Heart Cutout Sugar Cookie Dough on Instacart and the Hearts Sugar Cookie Dough from Walmart.com.
Don’t forget to pick up Valentine’s Day candy for your SO—or yourself!
Heart-Shaped Recipes for Valentine’s Day
Marbled Meringue Hearts
Pretty heart-shaped cookies are a fun way to brighten any romantic occasion. Replace the vanilla with a different extract for a change of flavor. —Laurie Herr, Westford, Vermont
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Valentine Heart BrowniesSteal hearts this Valentine's Day with brownies that have cute frosting centers. They're simply irresistible. —
Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Conversation CupcakesEnjoy frosting sweet sentiments onto these valentines cupcakes by baking a batch ahead of time using no-fuss cake mix. You don't even need a heart-shaped muffin tin to make them. —
Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Heart's Delight EclairThis lovely and luscious treat is rumored to have been the favorite dessert of European royalty long ago. I know that it's won the hearts of everyone I've ever made it for. Enjoy! —Lorene Milligan, Chemainus, British Columbia
Raspberry Meringue HeartsHere’s a lovely dessert that your guests will think is almost too pretty to eat! I love the graceful heart shape of the raspberry meringue. —Mary Lou Wayman, Salt Lake City, Utah
Valentine CutoutsCool, fruity and creamy, these gelatin valentine cutouts are noticeably richer than plain gelatin. They're a fun finger food that can be easily cut into whichever shape you'd like for any holiday or theme.
—Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia
Editor's Tip: Need a heart-shaped cookie cutter or baking pan? This guide to
Valentine's Day baking gear can help you find the perfect baking accessories for the holiday.
Lemon ShortbreadsThese no-fail lemon cookies have become an annual tradition. They're a wonderful homemade Valentine's Day treat. —Kristen Stecklein, Glendale, Wisconsin
Chicken Potpie SoupHeart-shaped foods don't have to be sweet! Use a heart cookie cutter to make the topper for this wonderfully warming soup. —Karen LeMay, Seabrook, Texas
Candy Pizza HeartI found this recipe in an old cookbook and changed a few ingredients to suit my family's taste. My children really enjoy this candy pizza. Get the kids to help you spread the toppings over the heart-shaped dough. —Becky Thesman, Enid, Oklahoma
Chocolate Marshmallow CutoutsI make rich, fudgy cookies that taste like brownies with a marshmallow filling. I usually use heart-shaped cutters, but I've also left them uncut and filled with pink marshmallow creme.—Kelly Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Strawberry Heart BrowniesDress up your favorite brownie recipe for Valentine's Day! Adding heart-shaped strawberries gives them festive flair. —
Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Peanut Butter Cutout CookiesI used peanut butter in place of the butter in my take on a traditional cutout cookie, which turned out super nutty and soft. My children love to decorate the cookie with frosting, sprinkles and some creativity. —Cindi Bauer, Marshfield, Wisconsin
Shortbread HeartsThese flaky cookies melt in your mouth. Dipped in chocolate, they look festive.—Barbara Birk, St. George, Utah
Heart’s Desire PizzaSweethearts of all ages will have a delightful time sprinkling these fun personal heart pizzas with whatever tasty toppings they love most. —
Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Sweetheart Coconut CookiesRuby red jam and coarse sugar add a festive look to these crisp sandwich cookies that are the perfect valentine for loved ones. —Jo Ellen Helmlinger, Columbus, Ohio
Oatmeal Rollout CookiesFor special events, my mother would bring these cookies to the rural school I attended. She decorated each cookie with a student's name written in frosting. —Sally Gores, Almena, Wisconsin
Linzer Heart CookiesThis specialty cookie takes a little extra effort, but the delectable results are well-worth it. I bake the tender jam-filled hearts when I need something fancy to serve for Valentine's Day or other special occasions. —Jane Pearcy, Verona, Wisconsin
Heart-Shaped Cinnamon Coffee CakesI enjoy making this lovely coffee cake for anniversaries, Valentine's Day and other special occasions. I found the recipe more than 30 years ago, and I've been making it ever since. —Norma Hammond, Leland, Iowa
Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Whoopie PiesBaking a fun treat is a must when my four grandchildren come to stay for "grandma camp." Sometimes the grandkids help by piping the cake batter. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Updated: Nov. 01, 2023
