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Dark Chocolate Strawberries

Perfect strawberries dipped in rich dark chocolate with elegant drizzle

dessert_biteEasyFrench-American
Prep20 minCook10 minTotal30 minServes20Temproom-temp
✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free
⚠ Contains: 🫘 Soy
Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 lbstrawberries(large, with stems)
  • 8 ozdark chocolate(60-70% cacao)
  • 2 ozwhite chocolate(for drizzling)
  • 1 tbspcoconut oil(divided)
  • flaky sea salt(optional)
  • crushed pistachios(optional)
Make Ahead

Dip strawberries up to 8 hours ahead. Store in refrigerator, bring to room temp 15 minutes before serving.

Instructions
  1. 1Wash strawberries and dry completely - moisture prevents chocolate from adhering
  2. 2Melt dark chocolate with 2 tsp coconut oil in double boiler or microwave
  3. 3Line baking sheet with parchment paper
  4. 4Hold strawberry by stem and dip 2/3 into chocolate
  5. 5Let excess drip off, then place on parchment
  6. 6Melt white chocolate with remaining coconut oil
  7. 7Drizzle white chocolate over dipped berries using fork
  8. 8Optional: sprinkle with salt or pistachios before chocolate sets
  9. 9Refrigerate 15 minutes until set
  10. 10Serve within 4 hours
Notes
Pro Tips

Strawberries must be completely dry. Use high-quality chocolate - cheap chocolate won't temper properly. The coconut oil helps achieve a smooth, glossy finish.

History & Origin

Chocolate-covered strawberries became synonymous with romance and celebration in America during the mid-20th century. The combination of fresh fruit with rich chocolate remains timelessly elegant.

Cocktail Pairings
Pairs Well With
champagneportred-winerum
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