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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

These chocolate covered strawberries are fresh, ripe berries dipped in melted chocolate and rolled in various toppings. An easy and elegant dessert or snack option!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 335 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds strawberries get the biggest berries you can find!
  • 12 ounces chocolate chips or candy melts can use dark, milk or white chocolate or a combination
  • 2 teaspoons shortening ONLY if you're using chocolate chips
  • assorted toppings such as miniature chocolate chips, sprinkles or nuts optional
  • additional chocolate for drizzling optional

Instructions

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  1. Place the chocolate or candy melts in microwave safe bowls. 
  2. If you're using chocolate chips, add the shortening to the bowl.
  3. Microwave in 30 second increments until chocolate is just melted. Stir until smooth.
  4. Dip each berry in chocolate, turning to coat completely. 
  5. If you're using toppings, roll your berries in the toppings while they're wet.
  6. Set the berries on a sheet of parchment or waxed paper to dry.
  7. If you'd like to add a chocolate drizzle to your berries, melt an additional 1/3 cup of chocolate or candy melts and place it in a plastic resealable bag. 
  8. Snip the tip of the bag and drizzle the chocolate over the dry berries.
  9. Let berries harden completely, then serve, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours.

Notes

  • I recommend using Ghiradelli Melting Wafers for this recipe, you can find them in the baking aisle of most grocery stores.

Nutrition Information

Calories 335kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 39mg (2%) Potassium 173mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 41g (82%) Vitamin A 140IU (3%) Vitamin C 67mg (74%) Calcium 84mg (8%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335

% Daily Value*

Calories 335kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 39mg 2%
Potassium 173mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 41g 82%
Vitamin A 140IU 3%
Vitamin C 67mg 74%
Calcium 84mg 8%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.