Mark Hagen prepares unique Valentine's Day treats



Mark Hagen from Taste of Home joins FOX6 WakeUp to prepare some unique Valentine's Day treats.

Raspberry Truffle Cake Pops

Rich chocolate with a hint of raspberry liqueur...it doesn't get any better than this!

Prep: 1-1/2 hours + freezing

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1/2 cup canned vanilla frosting
1/3 cup seedless raspberry jam, melted
2 to 3 tablespoons raspberry liqueur
Red food coloring, optional
48 lollipop sticks
2-1/2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, chopped
Pink candy coating, chopped
Pink sprinkles and decorative sugar, optional


    Strawberry Tart

    Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

    1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd
    1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
    5 to 6 drops yellow food coloring, optional
    2/3 cup raspberry cake and pastry filling
    2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells
    30 fresh raspberries


      Editor's Note: This recipe was tested with Solo brand cake and pastry filling. Look for it in the baking aisle.