Every Valentine’s Day celebration needs a yummy sweet treat to accompany it and this idea I found on the Sprinkle Bakes website couldn’t be more perfect.

Chocolate Cupcakes with Flaming Strawberries

What could be more Valentines Day than Chocolate and Strawberries, but then to add the fiery flare of the flambé truly gives this dessert a unique twist.  I must admit that I’m a bit of a pyromaniac, having grown up in a family that really enjoys fireworks, and a lover of all things that sparkle and shine which is why I think this idea appeals to me so much.

Heather at Sprinkle Bakes has all the fabulous instructions on her blog, all the links in this post will take you there.  I do suggest you practise the technique of flambé beforehand as it can be a bit tricky – Heather has some great tips for this on her blog also.  So have fun, be creative, but still do be careful – it is fire you’re playing with after all.