Perfect Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate covered strawberries are one of the easiest desserts to make, and with a few handy tips, they come out perfect every time.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 110kcal
Ingredients
- 2 dozen large ripe strawberries
- 12 ounces milk or dark chocolate
- 6 ounces white chocolate optional
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry strawberries--pat each strawberry dry with a paper towel. Allow strawberries to come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt the dark or milk chocolate at 30 seconds intervals until smooth. Do not overheat the chocolate.
- Holding the strawberry by the leaves, dip each berry into the chocolate, leaving a bit of strawberry exposed at the top. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- When all the berries have been dipped, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Drizzle over the dipped strawberries and return to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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Notes
Chocolate covered strawberries are best eaten within 24 hours of making them.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g