Description
Delicious and simple chocolate covered strawberries that make for a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (or milk chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional for shine)
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and dry them completely with a paper towel.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and coconut oil.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- If desired, sprinkle with decorations before the chocolate hardens.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate sets, about 30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy your Chocolate Covered Strawberries!
Notes
For the best results, use firm, ripe strawberries and dry them thoroughly. You can experiment with different types of chocolate and toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg