Description
Looking for a deliciously indulgent yet simple dessert? Gourmet Chocolate-Covered Strawberries are the answer! These strawberries, dipped in rich, creamy chocolate and decorated with your favorite toppings, are the ultimate sweet snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (fully washed)
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (or milk chocolate for a sweeter treat)
- 8 oz white chocolate (for drizzling or decorating)
- Toppings of your choice: crushed nuts (almonds, pistachios, etc.), sprinkles, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse the strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Make sure there’s no moisture left on them.
- Melting the Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in 30-second intervals in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in between. Repeat with the white chocolate in a separate bowl.
- Dip the Strawberries: Hold the strawberries by the green stems and dip them into the melted chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing them on parchment paper.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle or roll the strawberries in your chosen toppings, such as crushed nuts, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips. Drizzle white chocolate on top for a decorative finish.
- Let Them Set: Let the chocolate-covered strawberries sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate them to speed up the process. The chocolate will harden and set.
- Serve: Once set, serve immediately or store in the fridge until ready to eat.
Notes
- Don’t Overheat the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate slowly to avoid seizing up.
- Use Fresh Strawberries: Fresh, firm strawberries work best. Avoid overripe or mushy strawberries.
- Let the Chocolate Set: Allow the chocolate to set properly to avoid smearing.
- Storage: Store leftover chocolate-covered strawberries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipped
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chocolate-Covered Strawberries, Gourmet Dessert, Chocolate Treats, Sweet Snacks, Chocolate Dipped Fruit