Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show your loved ones just how much they mean to you. And what better way to do that than with homemade chocolate-covered strawberries? Fresh, juicy strawberries are covered in rich, creamy chocolate to make the perfect dessert.
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Why You'll Love Them
- It is made with only two ingredients.
- Quick and easy to make.
- Customize with your favorite toppings.
- Sweet strawberries and rich chocolate together are irresistible!
- Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Strawberries. The star of this recipe! Choose fresh, large strawberries. Grocery stores often stock long-stemmed strawberries around Valentine’s Day, perfect for dipping.
- Chocolate. Use high-quality melting chocolate or baking bars. Dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even milk chocolate works great. For this recipe, I used dark chocolate melting wafers and white melting wafers. Avoid semi-sweet chocolate chips as they don’t provide a thick coating.
How To Make Valentines Chocolate Covered Strawberries
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- Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries. Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries, including under the leaves. Let them air dry to ensure they are completely dry before dipping.
- Step 2: Melt the Chocolate. Place chopped dark chocolate and white chocolate melts into heat-safe glass bowls. Melt using a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring constantly until smooth. See below for more detailed instructions on how to do this.
- Step 3: Dip the Strawberries. Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, turning to coat evenly. Let excess chocolate drip off and place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: Add Toppings. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with toppings if desired. Alternate between dark and white chocolate for variety.
- Step 5: Drizzle. Using a piping bag with a small round tip, drizzle extra melted chocolate over the tops of the berries.
- Step 6: Set: Refrigerate for 15 minutes on a sheet pan or until set before serving. Enjoy!
How to Melt Chocolate
Double Boiler Method: Place the bowl of chocolate over a pot of simmering water and stir constantly until melted.
Microwave Method: Heat chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these delightful strawberries as a standalone treat or on top of mini cheesecakes, coffee mousse, or chocolate mousse.
Recipe Variations
- Nutella Covered Strawberries: Dip in melted Nutella.
- Sprinkle-Topped Strawberries: Roll dipped strawberries in colorful sprinkles or crushed nuts.
- Swirled Strawberries: Swirl two colors of melted chocolate together for a beautiful pattern.
- Bright Pink Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries: Use bright pink or other colored candy melts. Drizzle leftover melted chocolate over the berries for a contrasting design.
Try my chocolate-covered blueberries next!
Top Tips
- Leave the stems on for easier handling, or use bamboo skewers.
- Ensure strawberries are completely dry for the chocolate to stick.
- Hold the bowl at an angle for easier dipping.
- Experiment with toppings like chopped nuts, coconut flakes, and sprinkles.
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries FAQs
Store chocolate-covered strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Yes, prepare them ahead and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Yes, freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to an airtight container. Thaw for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving.
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Recipe
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries for Valentine's Day
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 6 oz dark chocolate melting wafers
- 6 oz white chocolate melting wafers
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and thoroughly dry strawberries, including under the leaves. Let them air dry completely.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate in a double boiler, microwave, or air fryer. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. *See NOTES below.
- Dip Strawberries: Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip into the melted chocolate. Turn to coat evenly. Let excess chocolate drip off. Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with desired toppings such as nuts or sprinkles.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Use a piping bag with a small round tip to drizzle extra melted chocolate over the dipped strawberries.
- Set: Refrigerate strawberries on a baking sheet for 15 minutes or until the chocolate is firm. Enjoy!
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Notes
How to Melt Chocolate
Double Boiler Method: Place dark chocolate and white chocolate melts in separate heat-safe bowls. Set each bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir constantly until melted and smooth. Microwave Method: Heat chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals in microwave-safe bowls, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.- Leave the stems on for easier handling, or use bamboo skewers.
- Ensure strawberries are completely dry for the chocolate to stick.
- Hold the bowl at an angle for easier dipping.
- Experiment with toppings like chopped nuts, coconut flakes, and sprinkles.
Nutrition
The provided nutrition information is automatically calculated. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
About Jeri Walker
Jeri Walker is the founder and CEO of Winding Creek Ranch. She is a self-taught home cook who specializes in easy family-friendly recipes. Jeri is also a food writer who regularly writes articles for MSN. Read about Jeri's journey and connect with her on your favorite social media channels!
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