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by CoreyValentine’s Day treats used to be all about the chocolate and candy hearts. Now it’s about the chocolate, candy hearts and more.

But you don’t have to let celebrating mean cost more, waste more, eat more (junk).

Because thankfully “more” also means more alternatives, more organic, and more availability of the healthier-for-kids-and-planet goodies moms like you (and me) want for our our little and big sweeties (er, or just want).

These Top 10 Valentine’s Day Treats make the cut because they are a cut above the conventional. And they’re all made with real food (what a concept!).

With this list, you can focus on the fun and not worry about not-so-fun stuff like chemical preservatives, artificial colorants and lab-derived ingredients (let’s all say it together: Real food for real kids!).

See why else we love ‘em below:

Fruity Hearts

By Surf Sweets: Organic, vegan

 

Chocolate Mint bar

By Larabar: Organic, Fair Trade

 

Mini Bubblegum

by Glee Gum: All natural, gluten free

 

Peanut Butter Heart Truffles

By Coco Zen: Organic, Fair Trade

 

 

Yo’ Drops

by Revolution Foods: Organic, gluten-free

 

Hot Lips Lollipop

by Strawberry Hill, available at Natural Candy Store: Organic, Gluten-free

 

Dark Chocolate Hearts

by Sjaak’s: Organic, Fair Trade, Vegan

 

Pomegranate Pucker Artisanal Candy

by Yummy Earth: Organic

 

Ripened Rasberry fruit snacks

by Stretch Island Fruit: Real fruit, no added sugar

 

Homemade Organic Chocolate

by Mommy (that’s you): Organic chocolate & love. Learn how here. Organic melting chocolate available from Sweet Earth Chocolates.

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Hint: “Treats” don’t have to be food! Browse our blog’s Valentine’s Day posts for oodles of eco-friendly and DIY gifts and goodies , upcycled cards, Etsy finds, organic flowers and more. Looking for something to bring to your child’s school V-Day celebration? Try these adorable, inexpensive, easy-to-make wool heart “cookie-cutter” necklaces.

What good for people & planet Valentine’s Day treats would you add to our list?

Lynn Colwell and Corey Colwell-Lipson are mother and daughter and authors of Celebrate Green! Creating Eco-Savvy Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions for the Whole Family, and founders of Green Halloween®.