Valentine's Day is that special time of year when we celebrate our love...of all things sugary and sweet, that is. We sure do love the four C's of Valentine's Day: Candy, chocolate, cake and cookies. Whether you're treating your sweet tooth, your sweetheart, your friends or your kids, these Valentine's Day sweets truly are a sensory treat for the eyes and taste buds. So stock up on one or more of these holiday desserts before their gone, gone, gone...into someone else's stomach.
Candy
Westwood Candy Company & Gift Shoppe Stop into this shop, which is relatively new in town, and you'll quickly see its sweet offerings, and so much more. Valentine's Day gummies, chocolates, lollipops, conversation hearts and so much more are beautifully on display alongside fun gifts for loved ones. Plus, they offer personalization on items to make a sweet gift even more thoughtful. 260 Westwood Ave., Westwood
All About the Board Candy so beautiful you almost don't want to eat it...almost. All About the Board's Valentine's Day candy boards and special Valentine's chutes are filled with pink, red and white gummies and other sugary sweets. Designs, shapes, sizes and candies all are fully customizable so you can rest assured your loved one will enjoy optimal consumption. Shipping available
Balloon Chica NJ Saying 'I Love You' just got a lot easier with Balloon Chica's Balloon Candy Cups, perfect for the littlest loves in your life. Choose from balloon designs including a mokey with rose, Yoda one for me, and a small floral balloon bouquet attached to nut-free candy-filled cups for an adorable and tasty surprise. Pickup River Vale, shipping available, email balloonchicanj@gmail.com
Just Break It Get smashed this Valentine's Day with Just Break It chocolate breakable desserts. With fully customizable designs, sizes, shapes and fillings, you will definitely be breaking some hearts this holiday -- in the best way possible. Plus, we could all use a little excuse to break something after surviving the past year, right? Mallet included. Pickup Demarest, shipping available
Pretty Sweet Event Styling A bento box so beautiful you could eat it? That's what Pretty Sweet Event Styling's Valentine's Day bento boxes are, with their colorfully decorated displays and delicious desserts inside. Boxes include assorted candies, cake bites, chocolate covered pretzels and oreos and rice krispie treats. Or, custom order your own. Plus, boxes are reusable to hold small items such as jewelry, beads or toy cars. Contact 201-400-6780 or info@prettysweeteventstyling.com
Sugarboards by JJ The best way to say 'XOXO' is with candy, of course, and Sugardboards by JJ agrees. These fully customizable Valentine's Day boards are available in a number or sizes, with a variety of gummies and conversation hearts to choose from. Their smaller pouches are also perfect for spreading the love around. Place an order through their Instagram or email Sugarboards@gmail.com
Chocolate
Chocolate Etc. What's not to love about delicately wrapped chocolate baskets and trays that are sure to brighten someone's day? Custom displays are also available, as well as bear-themed breakable hearts filled with air heads, licorice and chocolate-covered gummy bears. With so many delicious options at your fingertips, you may want to snag a piece -- or five -- for yourself. 382 Main St., Wyckoff
Crave Chocolate Not only do we crave these chocolate-dipped treats for their delicious melt-in-your-mouth tastiness, but also for their safe, nut-free options. Plus, visit their new Old Tappan location between February 10-February 14 for freshly dipped long-stemmed strawberries in addition to their regular chocolate-dipped treats from twinkies to swedish fish. Bi State Plaza, 216 Old Tappan Rd., Old Tappan
Chocolates With Love It only makes sense that the chocolatier with the words "chocolate" and "love" in the name would be top of mind for Valentine's Day. Indulge in one of their delicious chocolate treats such as caramel or peanut butter chocolate hearts, chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate lollipops or chocolate hollow hearts. Gift boxes and plushies are also available, so you can make everyone in your life feel adored. 47 Interstate Shop Center, Ramsey
Matisse Chocolatier For premium chocolate so smooth it practically melts upon first bite, check out Bergen fave Matisse Chocolatier. Custom candies, platters and cookies are available in addition to their regular Valentine's Day options such as chocolate covered Oreos, graham crackers, pretzels, marshmallows, chocolate hearts and chocolate roses. 260 Grand Ave., Englewood
Abma's Farm Chocolate and stuffed animals in one cutely pre-packaged bundle? Abma's freshly made chocolate-meets-plush small, medium and large bundles are practically a child's dream come true. Chocolates include freshly-dipped pretzels and oreos, chocolate lollipops and kisses. DIY Valentine's crafts are also availble. Pre-order, pickup Friday February 11, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
Cakes and Cookies
Milan's Confectionary Love is in the air at Milan's Confectionery, which has our hearts beating at the sight of their Valentine's collection. Breakable heart, DIY cookie kits, Tic Tac Toe cookies, custom conversations hearts and so much more are part of the offerings, but get your orders in soon as they are sure to sell out! Preorder through their website, pickups are at Granita Grille Restaurant, 467 Broadway, Westwood
Sweet Avenue Bake Shop Vegan and gluten-free cupcakes are the name of the Valentine's Day game at Sweet Avenue Bake Shop, where a number of delicious flavors are sure to sweeten the senses. Choose from flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, tiramisu, cookies 'n' cream, s'mores, berry blush and much more. Or try their Sweetheart Box, with six flavors including Strawberry Champagne and Red, Red Wine and Chocolate Love. 153 Park Ave., Rutherford
Zai's Dessertery Using only the freshest ingredients to create delicious and unique treats, Zai's Dessertery has solidified its place among the top desserteries in Bergen. Custom create a dessert gift box with your favorites cookies and cakes, or try a Valentine's Day collection of their popular, authentic French Macarons, with flavors such as red velvet, strawberry and chocolate. 108 North Washington Ave., Bergenfield; 22B Union Ave., Cresskill
