Description
Chocolate covered strawberries are one of those treats that feel extra special but are actually very easy to make at home. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create beautiful, chocolate-dipped strawberries that look bakery-worthy without any stress. Whether you’re making them for Valentine’s Day, a party, or just because, I’ll show you exactly how to make chocolate covered strawberries with smooth, shiny chocolate and perfect results every time.
Ingredients
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- 1 lbs. fresh strawberries
- 5 oz chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and gently pat them completely dry with paper towels. This step is very important, as any moisture can cause the chocolate to seize. Let them air-dry for a few minutes if needed.
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small bowl. Melt them in the microwave in 30-second intervals, until fully melted (about 2 minutes). Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Dip strawberries into the melted chocolate, holding each one by the green stem and keeping the leaves clean.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a wire rack set over parchment paper to catch any dripping chocolate. If you don’t have a wire rack, you can also place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
- Refrigerate the strawberries for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Once the chocolate has hardened, enjoy immediately or keep refrigerated in a single layer until ready to serve.
Notes
- Pick good berries: Choose fresh, firm strawberries with bright red color and intact green stems. Overripe or bruised berries tend to release moisture and don’t dip as well.
- Dry them completely: Make sure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping. Even a small amount of water can cause the chocolate to seize or slide off.
- Melt chocolate gently: Melt the chocolate slowly using short microwave intervals and stir often. This gives you smoother chocolate and helps prevent scorching.
- Reheat as needed: If the chocolate starts to thicken while dipping, reheat it for 10–15 seconds and stir well before continuing.
- Hold by the stem: Hold strawberries by the stem or leaves when dipping to keep fingerprints out of the chocolate and maintain a clean finish.
- Tap off excess chocolate: Gently tap the dipped strawberry against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate and prevent pooling at the bottom.
- Use a wire rack: Place dipped strawberries on a wire rack set over parchment paper for neater results and easier cleanup.
- Chill briefly: Refrigerate just until the chocolate sets, then store covered in the fridge. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor.
- Decorate while wet: Drizzle with contrasting chocolate, add sprinkles, or dust lightly with sanding sugar before the chocolate fully sets.
- No microwave? If you don’t want to use a microwave, melt the chocolate using a double boiler instead. Place a heat-safe small glass bowl over a small pan of gently simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir the chocolate and coconut oil constantly until smooth, then remove from the heat right away to prevent overheating.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cool Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
