Description
Chocolate covered strawberries are the perfect indulgence for any occasion, from romantic dinners to festive gatherings. These delightful treats combine the sweetness of fresh strawberries with rich, melted chocolate, creating a dessert that is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll learn how to make perfectly dipped strawberries every time, complete with customization options for toppings that add an extra flair. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them yourself, these gourmet chocolate strawberries are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 12 ounces high-quality chocolate bars (dark, semi-sweet, milk, or white)
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Allow them to come to room temperature.
- Melt 8 ounces of chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl using short bursts at 50% power until smooth. Monitor the temperature to avoid overheating.
- Add the remaining chocolate gradually until fully melted and reach the ideal dipping temperature (89-90°F for dark/semi-sweet; 87°F for milk/white).
- Dip each strawberry by holding it by the stem and coating it in chocolate. Let excess drip off before placing on parchment-lined sheets.
- Allow the dipped strawberries to set at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg