Description
Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a simple yet elegant treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines fresh strawberries with rich semi-sweet chocolate, creating a delicious dessert that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound fresh strawberries
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate sets.
Notes
Make sure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to ensure the chocolate adheres properly. You can also add toppings such as crushed nuts or sprinkles for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Chocolate Covered Strawberries, easy dessert, fresh strawberries, chocolate recipe