Name: Chocolate Covered Strawberries (Easy Elegant Dessert) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: About 20 medium-sized fresh strawberries; 250 grams dark or milk chocolate; Optional: 50 grams white chocolate for drizzle

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Introduction

Chocolate covered strawberries are a simple yet elegant dessert that combines the juicy freshness of berries with rich, smooth chocolate. They make a perfect treat for special occasions or a sweet indulgence any day.

A white rectangular plate holds eight large strawberries fully covered in dark chocolate with smooth and shiny texture. Each strawberry is decorated with thin white chocolate stripes drizzled diagonally over the dark chocolate, creating a contrast. The green leafy tops of the strawberries are fresh and visible, adding a bright green color to the arrangement. The plate is set on a white marbled surface with out-of-focus red roses in the background, adding a soft romantic feel. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Fresh strawberries (about 20 medium-sized)
Dark or milk chocolate, 250 grams

Optional: white chocolate for drizzle, 50 grams

Instructions

Step 1: Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly and dry them completely with paper towels. Ensuring they are fully dry is crucial because any moisture will prevent the chocolate from adhering properly.

Step 2: Gently melt the dark or milk chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and creamy. If using white chocolate for drizzle, melt it separately in the same way.
Step 3: Hold each strawberry by the stem or leaves and dip it into the melted chocolate, letting the excess chocolate drip off to avoid clumps.

Step 4: Place the dipped strawberries carefully on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool. If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate using a spoon or piping bag for decoration.
Step 5: Refrigerate the strawberries for about 15 minutes or until the chocolate coating is completely set and firm.
Step 6: Serve the chocolate covered strawberries the same day for the best texture and freshness.

Tips & Variations

Use a toothpick to hold strawberries if you prefer not to handle them by the stem.
Try mixing dark and milk chocolate for a unique flavor blend.
Sprinkle chopped nuts or shredded coconut on the chocolate before it sets for added texture.

For a festive touch, use colored sprinkles or edible glitter on the chocolate coating.
Make sure strawberries are completely dry to prevent chocolate from sliding off.

Storage

Store the chocolate covered strawberries in a single layer in the refrigerator inside an airtight container. They are best eaten within 24 hours to maintain freshness and texture. Avoid freezing as it can cause the berries to become mushy upon thawing.

How to Serve

The image shows a white long plate holding a row of chocolate-covered strawberries, each with a glossy dark brown chocolate coating. White chocolate is drizzled in thin stripes over the top of each strawberry. The green leafy tops are fresh and bright, contrasting with the dark chocolate. The plate is set on a white marbled surface, and blurred red roses are in the background. The lighting highlights the shiny texture of the chocolate and the freshness of the strawberries. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries for chocolate covered strawberries?

It is not recommended to use frozen strawberries as they release moisture when thawed, which can make the chocolate not stick properly and create a soggy texture.

How do I prevent the chocolate from melting too quickly when eating?

Serve and store the strawberries cold, and eat them shortly after removing from the refrigerator to help keep the chocolate firm longer.