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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries: A Decadent Delight

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries are a decadent and elegant dessert made with juicy, ripe strawberries dipped in smooth, melted milk chocolate. These classic treats are perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day, weddings, or any celebration. Whether kept simple or decorated with white chocolate drizzles and sprinkles, they are sure to impress with both their look and taste.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

Scale

  • 16 ounces milk chocolate chips

  • 2 tablespoons shortening

  • Toothpicks

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries with leaves

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Have everything prepared and within reach before you start.

  2. Melt Chocolate: In a double boiler, melt the milk chocolate chips and shortening, stirring occasionally until smooth and creamy.

  3. Prepare Strawberries: Insert a toothpick into the stem end of each strawberry.

  4. Dip the Strawberries: Hold each strawberry by the toothpick and dip it into the melted chocolate, coating evenly.

  5. Cool and Set: Turn the strawberry upside down and insert the toothpick into a Styrofoam block or place it on a sheet of waxed paper to let the chocolate coating cool and harden.

  6. Decorate (Optional): Drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with nuts, sprinkles, or drizzle patterns for a fancier look.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 115 per serving