The only thing you need to make this strawberries and chocolate. You need few toppings like sprinkles..After you dip it in dark chocolate, you can drizzle with white chocolate to make it look fancy. Hope you will give this a try and let me know how it turns out for you.
Ingredients You Need
Strawberry Dark Chocolate or Semi Sweet Chocolate Vegetable Oil Sprinkles
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title: “Chocolate Covered Strawberries” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-12” author: “Laura Graham”
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Homemade Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate covered strawberries are one of everyone’s favorite treats aren’t they? And I like to look at this gourmet treat as a semi-healthy. It’s a smarter choice than a slice of cake right? There’s a local soup restaurant that serves up soup, salad and always a chocolate covered strawberry for dessert and I think it’s absolutely genius. Their soups are pretty good, the salads subpar but honestly I think those chocolate covered strawberries are what keep people coming back time and time again. Making them at home couldn’t be easier and they use ingredients you likely have on hand much of the time, especially in the summer when strawberries are plentiful. Here I share an in depth guide and foolproof recipe to ensure they turn out perfect for you every time! Dessert doesn’t get any easier, or quicker than this!
Only 3 Ingredients Needed!
Chocolate chips Fresh strawberries Coconut oil
How do You Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Clean strawberries: Scroll down to see how best to do this. Melt chocolate, microwave directions: Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a small microwave safe mixing bowl. Heat mixture in microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring well between each interval until melted and smooth. Melt chocolate, stovetop directions: Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a heat proof bowl (such as glass or stainless steel bowl) that sits well over a saucepan. Bring about 1-inch of water to a simmer in saucepan, reduce heat to low, set bowl with chocolate over saucepan. Heat, stirring constantly until chocolate has melted.
To Dip Strawberries:
To dip strawberries in chocolate: Set a sheet of parchment paper over a 18 by 13-inch baking sheet. Working with one strawberry at a time dip, hold the strawberry by the leaves and dip into melted chocolate. Tilt bowl as needed to pool chocolate to one side, and rotate strawberry to coat all sides as needed. Transfer to parchment paper: Lift and let excess chocolate run off, slide strawberry across the inside edge of the bowl to remove just some of the chocolate then set that side facing down on parchment paper (note if dipping in toppings that dip before transferring to baking sheet). Repeat and use up strawberries: Repeat with remaining strawberries. Transfer dipped strawberries to refrigerator and let chocolate harden, about 15 minutes. Optionally decorate: To finish with a chocolate drizzle (optional): Melt (1/2 cup) 2 oz. chocolate chips (dark, milk or white) with 3/4 tsp coconut oil as directed in step 2 or 3 above. Transfer melted chocolate to a small resealable bag, seal bag and cut a tiny corner from one point. Drizzle over the strawberries with set chocolate then return to fridge to solidify.
How do I Choose the Best Strawberries?
Look for those that are vibrantly red and plump. Normally I look for those that are red to the tops but in winter we can’t always get that. Check for vibrantly green leaves, that’s a sign of freshness. Avoid those that are bruised and blemished or molding. Size doesn’t determine good flavor but for for this recipe preferably use larger berries.
Can I Use Frozen Strawberries?
No. Only fresh strawberries will work in this recipe. Frozen strawberries thaw up much too wet and mushy to be used here.
How to Wash and Dry Strawberries
Place strawberries in a colander. Organic strawberries: Rinse under cold water gently tossing strawberries occasionally, about 30 – 60 seconds. Drain well. Conventionally grown strawberries: Soak in a vinegar solution to cover of 4 parts water 1 part vinegar for 5 minutes (this helps remove pesticides and destroy harmful bacteria). Transfer to colander, rinse well and drain well. Working with one strawberry at a time gently wrap paper towel around each strawberry and dab dry with paper towels then transfer to a sheet of paper towels to air dry further as needed.
Forms of Chocolate to Use for Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
You can make chocolate covered strawberries with:
Chocolate chips Chocolate bars (such as baking bars) Chocolate melts
My go-to choice is usually just chocolate chips because they are cheap, they have great flavor and I always have an abundance of them stored on hand. So just use what you have or what you prefer. If using melts no coconut oil is necessary.
Can I Use Milk Chocolate or White Chocolate?
Yes this recipe works great with milk chocolate or white chocolate (chips or chopped bars) too.
Why Add Coconut Oil or Shortening to the Chocolate?
When using chocolate chips and even chocolate too I usually like to add 1 Tbsp coconut oil (shortening may be substituted). Why?
It helps thin the chocolate so it’s not overly thick for dipping. It also helps prevent blooming (speckled appearance in the chocolate upon chilling). It also seems to keep the chocolate from being too hard and solid once cold, making the strawberries easier to bite into and leaving them with an overall better mouthfeel.
What are Good Topping Ideas?
Of course toppings are totally optional but if you want to make it fun for the kids, or just to spruce them up try dipping them in:
Crushed Oreos Chopped nuts (pistachios, hazelnuts, or pecans are great choices) Finely shredded coconut Crushed pretzels (my favorite with white chocolate) Crushed Biscoff cookies or graham crackers Sprinkles Mini chocolate chips
If dipping in toppings be sure to dip while chocolate is still melted before transferring to parchment paper, otherwise toppings won’t stick.
How to Store Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Store strawberries in a single layer. Store in an airtight container. Keep in refrigerator.
How Long do They Keep?
They can be stored for up to 48 hours but they are best enjoyed within about 12 hours. The sugar in the chocolate starts to draw the moisture from the strawberries making them wet and dewy after too long.
Tips for the Best Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Use good quality chocolate chips or chocolate bars. Use chilled strawberries, the chocolate sticks better. Rinse and dry thoroughly. If strawberries are wet chocolate doesn’t stick and the water droplets can ruin the chocolate. If chocolate is overly runny let it cool briefly before you begin dipping. Chill dipped strawberries to let chocolate set completely. If you like it melty though go ahead and enjoy right away. For best results serve within the same day of coating with chocolate.
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