Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate covered strawberries are the ultimate indulgence, combining the freshness of ripe strawberries with a velvety chocolate coating. This elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions or a simple sweet treat at home. With just a few ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a visually stunning and deliciously satisfying dessert that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (about 16–20 medium-sized)
- 8 ounces high-quality chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry strawberries with paper towels to ensure the chocolate adheres well.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Hold each strawberry by its green stem and dip into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing on parchment paper.
- Add any desired toppings immediately after dipping while the chocolate is still wet.
- Refrigerate dipped strawberries for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve on a platter or store in an airtight container for up to two days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg