Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Indulge in the magic of chocolate-covered strawberries, a simple yet elegant treat perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, leaving the stems on.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and coconut oil (if using).
- Melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Add toppings like sprinkles or crushed nuts before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy fresh!
Notes
For best results, use fresh strawberries and ensure they’re completely dry before dipping. Experiment with different types of chocolate for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg