Description
Indulge in the bliss of homemade chocolate-covered strawberries, a timeless treat that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with rich, melted chocolate. This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion, from romantic evenings to casual snacking. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create stunning desserts that will impress your loved ones and elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (about 16 berries)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Optional toppings: sprinkles or finely chopped nuts
Instructions
- Gently wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries to ensure chocolate adheres well.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth, stirring between each interval.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate until fully coated, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl.
- While the chocolate is still wet, add your desired toppings for flair.
- Place dipped strawberries on parchment paper-lined baking sheets and let them cool at room temperature or refrigerate until set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 strawberries (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg