Chocolate Covered Strawberries (Easy Elegant Dessert)
Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a simple and elegant dessert perfect for any festive occasion. Fresh strawberries are dipped in smooth, melted chocolate and chilled until set, creating a delightful treat that combines the juicy sweetness of berries with rich chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 20 chocolate covered strawberries
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries (about 20 medium-sized)
- Dark or milk chocolate, 250 grams
- Optional: white chocolate for drizzle, 50 grams
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly and dry them completely with paper towels. Ensuring that they are fully dry is crucial because any moisture will prevent the chocolate from adhering properly.
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt the dark or milk chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and creamy. If using white chocolate for drizzle, melt it separately in the same way.
- Dip the Strawberries: Hold each strawberry by the stem or leaves and dip it into the melted chocolate, letting the excess chocolate drip off to avoid clumps.
- Set the Chocolate: Place the dipped strawberries carefully on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool. If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate using a spoon or piping bag for decoration.
- Chill: Refrigerate the strawberries for about 15 minutes or until the chocolate coating is completely set and firm.
- Serve: Serve the chocolate covered strawberries the same day for the best texture and freshness.
Notes
- Make sure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to ensure chocolate sticks well.
- Use good-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smoothest coating.
- If chocolate thickens during melting, add a small amount of vegetable oil or butter to loosen it up.
- Enjoy these treats within the same day for optimal freshness as strawberries release moisture over time.
- For an extra elegant look, drizzle with contrasting white chocolate before chilling.