Fall Chocolate Covered Strawberries
A simple festive treat that's fun and easy to make.
Equipment
- Parchment or wax paper
- Microwave-safe bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb large strawberries
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chip cookies (1 package)
- ½ teaspoon shortening
- 3 ounces white candy melts
- fall sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries. Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly. Allow them to come to room temperature.
- Melt the white candy melts and chocolate chips. Melt the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to the package directions. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave on low for 30 seconds, stir and repeat until smooth.
- Dip the strawberries. Holding the strawberry by the green top or with a skewer, dip it into the melted chocolate. You can coat it fully or leave it red at the top ("shoulders"). Immediately after coating, dip half the strawberries into the sprinkles or sprinkle them on top. Dip partially into the white candy melts with the remaining half, then add sprinkles.
- Let the strawberries set. Place the dipped strawberries on parchment paper and let them cool until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
Choose ripe, firm, and unbruised strawberries to make sure they stay together when dipped in chocolate.
Make sure the strawberries are completely dry after washing to avoid the chocolate from not sticking properly.
Using high-quality chocolate will make a big difference in how it tastes and feels. You can use chopped chocolate bars for a smoother finish instead of chocolate chips.
Melt the chocolate slowly and gently to prevent it from becoming grainy. Stir often and use the microwave in short bursts.
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 124kcal