VALENTINE'S DAY COLOR TRENDS: LOVE AT FIRST BITE!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you are anything like us, you’re already dreaming up delicious treats to share with your loved ones. Whether you are baking sweets to give-away to classmates or coworkers, for a romantic evening, a girly Galentine’s gathering, or simply to treat yourself (because you deserve it!), picking the right colors is key to set the mood for your show-stoppingconfections.
So…What’s trending? Let’s have a look.
Classic Romantic Reds
You can never go wrong with the timeless allure of red, but this year, it’s all about layering different shades for a sophisticated and modern touch. Think deep ruby reds, crimson hues, and hints of soft blush.
Valentine’s Day also wouldn’t be complete without the classic pairing of chocolate and red fruits (think strawberries, cherries, raspberries…). Deep cocoa hues pair beautifully with vibrant red and maroon colors.
Chefmaster offer a wide range of red food coloring from deep Burgundy and Bright Red, including our best-selling Super Red liqua-gel®, formulated without any Red 3 dye and your secret for deep red velvet batters.
For chocolate coated confections, try our Napa Red candy color and Red candy color to create a hue of beautiful red chocolates and cake pops.
Vintage Romance
For a softer, more modern take on Valentine’s Day, subtle pastel palettes are having a moment. Blush pinks, soft lavenders, and creamy peaches bring a touch of vintage romance to your desserts. You can easily recreate this pastel color palette by using our Blush Pink, Georgia Peach, Violet and Sienna liqua-gel® coloring in very small amount.
For a healthier take on your Valentine’s creations, we encourage you to recreate these dreamy shades using our 8-Count Chefmaster Natural Food Colors kit. Free of any dye, plant-based and made in small batches for uncompromised quality, Chefmaster Natural Food Colors are a wonderful alternative to make colorful treats without having to worry about any classmate or co-worker dietary restriction or dye allergy.
Modern Pastels
Over the past few years, many non-traditional valentine’s day color palettes have seen classic red, pink and purple paired with more unusual colors such as Sky Blue, Turquoise or Sunset Orange capitalizing on the success of the classic conversation heart candy colors. Softer versions of these modern color palettes have been trending this year and offer a great alternative for customers looking to avoid using red colors all together.
Moody and Trendy
Step outside the traditional color box and embrace darker, richer tones like burgundy, plum, and deep rose. These colors add an air of mystery and drama to your Valentine’s treats, making them ideal for more sophisticated treats. Chefmaster Purple liqua-gel® is the perfect companion to deepen the color of desserts and treats featuring the uber popular Ube flavor (pun completely intended).
Gold and Blush Elegance
For an ultra-luxurious feel, gold and blush tones are all the rage this year. Pairing subtle pinks with gold accents adds a touch of opulence to any dessert table. Use Chefmaster Metallic Gold airbrush color, edible gold leaf, shimmering luster dust or other gold sugar decorations to achieve this sophisticated look. To elevate your Valentine’s treats even further, flavor your batter or icing with rosé champagne,
perfect for a Galentine’s celebration.
Why Choose Chefmaster?
At Chefmaster, we know that bakers and creators want the best for their confections. That’s why our colors are crafted with care in Southern Californai for over 85 years:
Highly Concentrated: A little goes a long way, giving you rich colors without altering the taste or texture of your finished goods.
No-Red-Dye3 Options: many of our food colors are formulated without Red 3 dye, ahead of the current change in FDA regulation.
Natural Food Colors options: beautiful hues derived from natural sources, perfect for health- conscious bakers.
Easy to Use: From drip-free bottles to manufacturing size drums, we have the packaging and solutions that works best for your application.
This Valentine’s Day, let your creativity shine with Chefmaster’s premium food coloring. Whether you’re whipping up a classic red velvet treat or experimenting with trendy palettes, our colors will ensure your bakes are picture-perfect and delicious.
So, grab your mixing bowls, get creative, and color your Valentine's Day with love and flavor!