Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (Printable Version)
Juicy strawberries coated in dark chocolate with optional drizzled finish, ideal for elegant sweet treats.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 20 fresh ripe strawberries with stems, washed and thoroughly dried
→ Chocolate
02 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
03 - 1.75 oz white or milk chocolate, chopped (optional for drizzling)
# How to Make It:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Ensure strawberries are completely dry to promote chocolate adhesion.
02 - Place dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt gently over a double boiler or in 20-second intervals in the microwave, stirring frequently until smooth.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip into melted dark chocolate, swirling to coat nearly to the top. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
04 - Place coated strawberries on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - If desired, melt white or milk chocolate as before, then drizzle over dipped strawberries using a fork or piping bag for decoration.
06 - Allow strawberries to set at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes or refrigerate for 15 minutes until chocolate is firm.
07 - Serve immediately or keep in a single layer uncovered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They feel like a secret indulgence that's surprisingly easy to make at home
- The combination of juicy fruit and rich chocolate quickly became a favorite for celebrations and quiet nights in
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- Strawberries have to be completely dry or you risk the chocolate seizing and clumping
- Melting chocolate gently and stirring often makes all the difference for that glossy finish
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- Use a small piping bag for precise decorative drizzles that look professional
- Warm your strawberries slightly if they’ve been refrigerated to avoid condensation when dipping