Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Delightful chocolate covered strawberries that combine the sweetness of ripe strawberries with rich chocolate for a simple yet satisfying dessert.
Ingredients
For the Strawberries
- 1 cup Strawberries (washed and fully dried) Ensure strawberries are fully dried for proper coating.
For the Chocolate Coating
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips (semi-sweet, milk, white, or dark) Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon Crisco (shortening) Helps to smooth chocolate and achieve glossy finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the strawberries thoroughly and ensure they are completely dried.
- Lay the dried strawberries on a clean paper towel to absorb any leftover moisture.
Melting the Chocolate
- Measure chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each interval until melted and smooth, usually 1-2 minutes.
- Add Crisco shortening to the melted chocolate and stir well to combine.
Dipping the Strawberries
- Dip each strawberry by holding the stem or using a toothpick, and coat it generously in chocolate.
- Allow excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl before placing on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Setting the Chocolate
- Let the dipped strawberries sit at room temperature or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.