Chocolate covered strawberries: A Delightful Treat You Must Try!
Chocolate covered strawberries are a delicious and elegant treat, perfect for any occasion. They combine the sweetness of fresh strawberries with rich, melted chocolate for a delightful dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (or milk chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoothness)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, ensuring no water remains.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- If using, stir in the coconut oil to the melted chocolate for added smoothness.
- Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the strawberries for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Make sure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping to ensure the chocolate adheres properly.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate, such as white or milk chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 strawberries
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg