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Delicious homemade chocolate-covered strawberries coated in rich, tempered chocolate with optional toppings, perfect for romantic occasions or any treat.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh strawberries, large with stems
  • 10 ounces good-quality chocolate (milk, dark, or white)
  • 3 cups cold water
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts (peanuts, pistachios, pecans), toasted coconut flakes, colorful sprinkles, mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Combine 3 cups cold water and 1 cup white vinegar in a bowl; soak strawberries for 10 minutes to clean and slow spoiling.
  2. Remove strawberries from soak and dry completely to ensure chocolate adheres well, leaving stems on.
  3. Melt and temper chocolate using a double boiler: place a heat-safe glass bowl over simmering water without touching the water, stirring gently until melted, then remove from heat to cool slightly.
  4. Alternatively, melt chocolate in microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring well between intervals to avoid burning.
  5. Dip each strawberry carefully into the tempered chocolate, coating as much of the berry as possible.
  6. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place strawberries on parchment paper; after about a minute, slide berries gently to a fresh parchment spot to avoid chocolate puddles and create smooth bottoms.
  7. Optionally, drizzle with contrasting chocolate or sprinkle with toppings like nuts, coconut flakes, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips immediately after dipping.
  8. Chill the dipped strawberries uncovered in the fridge until chocolate is set and firm, then serve.

Notes

Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly to remove bacteria and mold spores for freshness and chocolate adhesion., Keep stems on strawberries to prevent juices leaking which can cause soggy chocolate and faster spoilage., Store chocolate-covered strawberries uncovered on parchment-lined tray in the fridge for up to 1-2 days for best texture and flavor., Do not freeze chocolate-covered strawberries as freezing damages texture and melts chocolate ruining appearance., You can wash and dry strawberries a day ahead; keep loosely wrapped in paper towels in fridge., Chocolate can be melted and tempered ahead; keep warm to avoid clumping during dipping., For prettier presentation, avoid thick chocolate puddles by sliding dipped strawberries to fresh parchment spot after initial set., Experiment with variations like marbled chocolates, flavored chocolates, crushed cookie coatings, or a sprinkle of sea salt for extra flavor., Serve alone or paired with vanilla ice cream, pound cake, or bubbly drinks for special occasions.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 3-4 strawberries per serving
  • Calories: 64 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 4 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g per serving
  • Protein: 1 g per serving