Valentine's Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Delicious and visually appealing chocolate-covered strawberries, perfect for expressing love on Valentine's Day.
Equipment
- double boiler
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Fork or piping bag
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 12 large Fresh strawberries Ripe and free from blemishes.
- 8 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate For coating the strawberries.
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil Optional, for a smoother finish.
- 4 ounces White chocolate For drizzling, optional.
- 1/4 cup Sprinkles or chopped nuts For decoration, optional.
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries gently under cool water and dry them thoroughly with paper towels.
- Set up a double boiler by filling a saucepan with water and bringing it to a gentle simmer. Place a heatproof bowl on top and add the semi-sweet chocolate and coconut oil (if using). Stir until melted and smooth.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- If using, melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the chocolate-covered strawberries using a fork or piping bag.
- Sprinkle with sprinkles or chopped nuts while the chocolate is still wet.
- Refrigerate the strawberries for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Serve the chocolate-covered strawberries on a decorative platter and enjoy!
Notes
These chocolate-covered strawberries are a delightful treat for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.