Description
Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a delightful treat made by dipping fresh strawberries in melted chocolate, creating a perfect combination of sweetness and tartness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, ensuring no water remains.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil.
- Microwave the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 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 at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to 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.
- For added decoration, consider drizzling white chocolate over the dipped strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
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