Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Ripe strawberries dipped in glossy melted dark chocolate and drizzled with white chocolate. The romantic dessert that costs little and takes 30 minutes.
How to Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
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Line a large tray with baking paper. Wash the strawberries gently, then dry them completely with kitchen paper and leave them on fresh paper until there is no moisture at all.
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Melt the dark chocolate with the oil in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water, making sure the bowl does not touch the water, and stir until smooth. Remove from the heat.
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Holding a strawberry by its stem, dip it into the chocolate to two-thirds of the way up, then lift it out and let the excess drip back into the bowl for a few seconds.
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Set the strawberry on the tray and repeat with the rest.
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Melt the white chocolate in the same way, transfer it to a small piping bag or a spoon and drizzle it in thin zigzags over the dark chocolate.
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Chill the tray for 15 minutes until the chocolate has set, then peel the strawberries off the paper.
Tips for Making Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Dry the strawberries completely. A single drop of water makes melted chocolate seize into a thick paste, and a wet berry will not hold its coating.
- Melt the chocolate slowly. A little steam is enough to ruin it, and it should stay glossy and smooth.
- Serve the same day. The berries release juice under the chocolate over time, and the coating goes soft and can leak.
What to Serve with Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Champagne or prosecco
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
Storing & Reheating Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Best eaten the day they are made. They keep in the fridge in a single layer for up to 24 hours, but the strawberries start to weep. They should not be frozen.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries FAQ: Common Questions
How long does Chocolate-Covered Strawberries take to make?
About 25 minutes in total — 20 minutes of preparation and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 10.
What are the key tips for making Chocolate-Covered Strawberries?
Dry the strawberries completely. A single drop of water makes melted chocolate seize into a thick paste, and a wet berry will not hold its coating. Melt the chocolate slowly. A little steam is enough to ruin it, and it should stay glossy and smooth. Serve the same day. The berries release juice under the chocolate over time, and the coating goes soft and can leak.
What should I serve with Chocolate-Covered Strawberries?
Champagne or prosecco; Vanilla ice cream; Whipped cream.
Is Chocolate-Covered Strawberries suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, low-carb and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Chocolate-Covered Strawberries?
About 165 kcal per serving, with 2 g protein, 19 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries Nutrition
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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