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Valentine Petit Fours

January 29, 2013 by Angie 46 Comments

Valentine Petit Fours.
Despite the fancy french name, they are really only tiny little cakes that are dressed up for a party.
You are really going to love how easy this is…and it`s a great project to make with children.
It is that easy.
And in case you have never heard of this dessert before, petit fours are traditionally small confections served for dessert.
Petit Four literally means “small oven“ and petit fours can not only be cakes, but pastries, biscuits, cheesecakes and any other confection…but they are always small or “petit“.

Valentine Petit Fours

Ingredients:
Pound cake, cut into 1 inch cubes
1-2 cups Icing sugar
Food colouring or tint for icing
A few tablespoons of water.
Valentine`s sprinkles.

Directions:
1. Make icing. Mix together approx. 2 cups of icing sugar with a few tablespoons of water with a whisk  to make a thin consistency. The icing should be thin enough so that it can be poured over cakes, or cakes can be dipped into.

2. Put a cooling rack on top of a cookie sheet. Place cubes of cake on the cooling rack. This will allow for the extra icing from the cakes to drip into the cookie sheet instead of the counter.

3. Although the traditional method is pouring icing over the cakes, I prefer dipping the cubes into the icing. I find there is less waste this way. Put each cube on a skewer and dip into icing until fully coated. You can also use a spoon  to help spread the icing over the cake. Place cake cube on cooling rack on cookie sheet. Sprinkle on some love…Valentine’s sprinkles.

{After the first few cubes are done, if you find that the icing is too thin and is running off the cakes entirely, it is okay to add more icing sugar to the mixture to make it a little thicker. You can also re-dip the first few cubes if necessary.}

5. Let petit fours dry for an hour or until icing is set.

To serve, you can place them in mini-cupcake liners.
These would be a great addition to any little party…and perfect for small children because they are a perfect size for small hands and appetites.
 
You can find more easy Valentine’s Day treats here, here and here.

 

To see some other fun desserts made with pound cake:
Pumpkin Spice Latte Dessert
Super Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake
 
And have a peek at these fun boards on Pinterest:
Valentine’s Inspiration Board
Easter Ideas
 
 
Thank you so much for visiting!
xo

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Comments

  1. Grace @ Sense and Simplicity says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:10 am

    Those are so pretty. I never knew what the four meant so I'm glad to know.

    Reply
  2. Jackie says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:16 am

    What a fab idea!

    Reply
  3. Nancy says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:01 am

    These look so fancy but simple to make at the same time, great idea.

    Reply
  4. Cindy says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:35 am

    Those look fun and so very festive!

    Reply
  5. K Coake says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:51 am

    They look so cute! They also look so easy to make…love that!
    KC

    Reply
  6. Wanda Ann Olsen says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:54 am

    Som pretty and looks yummy. My link party is going on now over at memoriesbythemile.com
    Hope to see you there.
    Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile

    Reply
  7. Diana - FreeStyleMama says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:32 am

    So beautiful!

    Reply
  8. The 2 Seasons says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    These look tasty and I think they are the perfect size. I always want something sweet that is just a bite. This would hit the spot. But are they like chips when you can't eat just one?

    Reply
  9. JeniV says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    These are so cute and dainty! I love them!

    Reply
  10. Rustown Mom says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    These are adorable!

    Reply
  11. the cape on the corner says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    petit fours are my most favorite dessert! looove them, and these are too pretty to eat. well. not really.

    Reply
  12. Sara says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    Those look so beautiful and delicious! Petit fours are a favorite treat my mom and I love to share together. I remember eating them with her when I was little.

    Thanks for sharing on the Frugal Crafty Home blog hop.

    Reply
  13. Robyn says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:46 pm

    Oh I love this idea! I think I will make some of these for my husband and my neighbors. Thank you! 🙂

    Reply
  14. Melissa C says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    Such cute cakes dressed up for a party! 😉

    Reply
  15. LilyWhite says

    January 31, 2013 at 12:52 am

    How cute!! They look very yummy as well!! Great picture and project! Thanks so much for linking up to our blog hop!

    http://www.lilywhite-designs.com

    xoxo, Jordan.

    Reply
  16. Marti @ Sew-Licious Home Decor says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Those are so pretty, they look to good to eat!! I'm hosting a Valentine Craft Party and would love for you to link up your Valentine crafts and recipes!!

    Just follow the link….http://sew-licious.blogspot.com/2013/01/valentine-showoff-party.html

    {hugs}
    Marti

    Reply
  17. Catie @ Catie's Corner says

    January 31, 2013 at 7:43 pm

    These are soo cute Angie!! And perfect timing for me to see. My hubby has been buying pound cake every time he goes to the store lately. Now I can make up some extra special looking treats! Thanks for sharing. =)

    ~ Catie

    Reply
  18. Charisa says

    February 1, 2013 at 1:51 am

    These are so sweet!

    Reply
  19. Sue says

    February 1, 2013 at 2:06 am

    So pretty!

    Reply
  20. Brenda says

    February 1, 2013 at 2:08 am

    These are almost too cute to eat … almost! 😉 Pinning, thanks for sharing!

    Your Newest GFC Follower :),
    Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com

    Reply
  21. marissa | Rae Gun Ramblings says

    February 1, 2013 at 3:53 am

    these are darling. I hope you will add this and any other posts you're proud of to my link party!

    Marissa @ Rae Gun Ramblings

    Reply
  22. Gina @ Kleinworth & Co. says

    February 1, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Those are so cute – and look so good!

    Reply
  23. Laura @ Make Life Lovely says

    February 2, 2013 at 7:58 pm

    These are too cute! They look pretty easy to make, I think I'll give them a try! Thanks for the directions!

    Reply
  24. Liz says

    February 2, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    Great idea! Going to make them for Valentine's Day for sure. Thanks for sharing! Liz

    Reply
  25. Miss Kitty says

    February 3, 2013 at 10:41 am

    These are so expensive to buy at the bakery but I have never been able to "master" them at home. I'm not much of a baker but what is "icing sugar"….does it go by another name? Your photography of this treat is just wonderful. Thanks for sharing your recipe. I saw your post as it was featured at "The 36th Avenue".

    Reply
  26. Leigh Anne Wilkes says

    February 3, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    My mom use to make petit fours when I was little for special birthdays Yours are so pretty!'
    I'd love for you to come over and share at Finding the Pretty & Delicious Linky Party
    http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/finding-the-pretty-delicious-linky-party-3/

    Reply
  27. Patricia Hinkel says

    February 4, 2013 at 2:03 am

    Very pretty petite fours. Thank you for sharing.
    Pat @ Pat's Pink Apron

    Reply
  28. Angela says

    February 4, 2013 at 2:47 am

    Cute, I love these and grew up on them me being British 🙂

    Reply
  29. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    February 4, 2013 at 3:09 am

    What an awesome recipe! I love how easy it is!

    Reply
  30. Countrified Hicks says

    February 4, 2013 at 4:36 am

    Oh, wow! This looks delicious. I would love for you to come over to my blog hop and share this there!
    http://countrifiedhicks.blogspot.com/2013/02/mondays-with-countrified-hicks-blog-hop.html

    Reply
  31. Jenny @ BirdsAndSoap says

    February 5, 2013 at 4:47 am

    You make these look so easy! They are adorable. I'm stopping by from My 1929 Charmer's linky party.

    Reply
  32. Rita says

    February 5, 2013 at 5:01 am

    What a fun idea! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  33. Laurie@SimplyCreatingHome says

    February 5, 2013 at 6:02 am

    Super cute and yummy treat idea for Valentine's Day! I love how colorful they are and they're just so sweet with the sprinkles and cute little holders. ♥

    Reply
  34. Dixie n Dottie says

    February 5, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    What a great and lovely idea! So cute! 🙂
    http://dixie-n-dottie.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  35. Melissa says

    February 6, 2013 at 4:20 am

    These are so stinkin' cute!

    Reply
  36. rebecca @ older and wisor says

    February 9, 2013 at 2:40 am

    Petit = no guilt? Even if I eat all four, they are too lovely to have calories 🙂

    Reply
  37. Cheryl Kirkness says

    February 9, 2013 at 4:46 am

    Seems like such a delicious yet simple dessert that's perfect for the kids to help with! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  38. Alderberry Hill says

    February 9, 2013 at 11:52 pm

    Thanks so much for linking to Make the Scene Monday @ Alderberry Hill. You are being featured tomorrow morning!
    I hope you are having a wonderful weekend, and join me tomorrow night for Make the Scene Monday #61!

    Reply
  39. Seaweed and Raine says

    February 11, 2013 at 10:43 am

    So Cute! I have some Petit Fours tins that I have never used… I think you just inspired me to dig them out and do something with them! 🙂 Loving this idea.

    Reply
  40. Jocelyn says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:09 am

    I love how easy these are to make. For some reason I always thought they were harder than they are. Love the bright pink and sprinkles on yours!

    Reply
  41. חתולי8 says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:18 pm

    Thank you Angie, it is so cute!
    Lior 🙂

    Reply
  42. Mel the Crafty Scientist says

    February 23, 2013 at 9:35 pm

    These look awesome and SOOOO yummy! I used to love petit fours, but haven't had them in so SO long… I might have to make these to satisfy the craving! : )

    -Mel the Crafty Scientist

    Reply
  43. Heather @ Raising Memories Blog says

    January 21, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    These are so pretty! Would love for you to share them at my link party! http://www.raisingmemories.com/search/label/Sharing%20Time%20Linky

    Reply
  44. Brooke says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    So, so adorable! I have all boys, so Valentine's Day is the only time EVER I can kind of get them to go with the whole pink thing. Can't wait to try them! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  45. Brooke says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    So, so adorable! I have all boys, so Valentine's Day is the only time EVER I can kind of get them to go with the whole pink thing. Can't wait to try them! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  46. Cindy DIYbeautify says

    January 25, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    These look so yummy and pretty 🙂
    Cindy@Diybeautify

    Reply

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