Description
Indulge in the bliss of fresh strawberries enveloped in rich chocolate—perfect for any occasion or just because!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (about 20 strawberries)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
- Optional toppings: crushed nuts, sprinkles, sea salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Strawberries:
- – Wash strawberries gently under cool water and pat them dry with paper towels, ensuring they are completely dry.
- 2. Melt the Chocolate:
- – In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- 3. Dip the Berries:
- – Hold each strawberry by its green stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, swirling gently to cover all sides. Let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl.
- 4. Add Optional Toppings:
- – If desired, sprinkle toppings over the wet chocolate before it hardens.
- 5. Chill Out:
- – Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until set.
- 6. Serve and Enjoy:
- – Arrange on a serving platter and indulge!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required (melting)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate-covered strawberry (approximately 25g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg