Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe
Indulge in these luxurious Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries for a decadent treat that is perfect for special occasions or just because. Fresh strawberries are dipped in rich, melted chocolate and can be customized with a variety of toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 chocolate-covered strawberries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 10 ounce package Ghirardelli Baking Chips (Bittersweet, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate)
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries (stems attached)
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly.
- Prepare Toppings: Optionally prepare toppings like crushed nuts or coconut on separate plates. Line a sheet pan with parchment or waxed paper.
- Melt Chocolate: Use a double boiler or microwave chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Dip Strawberries: Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, twist slightly to remove excess, and place on parchment paper.
- Add Toppings: Optionally roll dipped strawberries in coconut or nuts. For white chocolate drizzled berries, use a fork to drizzle melted white chocolate.
- Chill: Chill the strawberries until the chocolate sets, approximately 15 minutes.
Notes
Notes:
- Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping in chocolate.
- Experiment with various toppings for different flavor combinations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate-covered strawberry
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Dessert Recipe, Gourmet Treat, Special Occasion Dessert
