"Preppy Kitchen" Gay Dad John Kanell Has Some Great Valentine's Recipes

Here at Gays With Kids, we're feeling the love for all the delicious treats on Preppy Kitchen's Instagram! Run by a fellow gay dad, John Kanell, who learned to cook while watching his mom.

John Kanell on Instagram: “I feel so lucky getting to see these beautiful faces everyday! Lachlan and George are growing up faster than fast!! They’re going to…”

Just in time for Valentine's Day, we've rounded up a few of his mouthwatering baked goods to make as a family for the special dad in your life.

Not a Baker? Try These No Bake Cheesecake Bars!

John Kanell on Instagram: “Is anyone making a treat for their Valentine this year??? My no bake raspberry cheesecake bars have toasted pecans in the base, a creamy…”

Almost too beautiful to eat! Almost ...

John Kanell on Instagram: “What’s your favorite Valentine’s Day treat??? I made this raspberry vanilla cake filled with white chocolate buttercream, then covered…”

Red velvet and Valentine's Day is a duo similar to BBQs and the 4th of July ❣️

John Kanell on Instagram: “Are you obsessed with red velvet or does cream cheese frosting make you say meh? My donuts have just the right note of chocolate to…”

Enlist your kids to help make these cookies!

John Kanell on Instagram: “It's almost that time of year! Who would you share one with??? ”

For the chocolate fans ❤️

John Kanell on Instagram: “For all the parents who have ever commented on a cake and said "I wish I had the time" I FINALLY GET IT! I thought I was being slick by…”

Super rich chocolate cupcakes for your super sweet Valentine

John Kanell on Instagram: “For this totally random day I made a batch of super-rich chocolate cupcakes, filled them with creamy chocolate ganache and topped them…”

And something for those who don't fancy themselves a cook ... #CantCookWontCook

John Kanell on Instagram: “Did you know that I made a grapefruit champagne syrup for my last cake that I didn't end up using? Delicious yes, but it competed with the…”