Dark Chocolate Strawberry Dips (Printable version)

Juicy fresh strawberries coated in rich dark chocolate with optional nut and white chocolate toppings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 20 large fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried, leaves intact

→ Chocolate

02 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped

→ Optional Toppings

03 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted nuts (pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts)
04 - 2 tbsp white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)
05 - 2 tbsp sprinkles or edible glitter

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to place dipped strawberries on.
02 - Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt over a saucepan of simmering water or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the leaves, dip into melted chocolate, twirling to coat evenly, then let excess drip off.
04 - Set the coated strawberry on the prepared baking sheet immediately after dipping.
05 - Sprinkle chopped nuts or edible glitter onto the chocolate before it sets. For white chocolate drizzle, wait for dark chocolate to set, then drizzle melted white chocolate with a fork or piping bag.
06 - Continue dipping and decorating the remaining strawberries following the previous steps.
07 - Let the strawberries stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes or refrigerate briefly to speed up setting.
08 - Present chilled or at room temperature for optimal enjoyment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and quick to prepare, perfect for last-minute celebrations.
  • The combination of sweet strawberries and rich dark chocolate offers a classic, irresistible flavor.
  • Customizable with optional toppings like nuts, sprinkles, or white chocolate drizzle for added texture and flair.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Use a heatproof bowl and a double boiler for gentle melting to avoid burning the chocolate.
  • Microwave the chocolate in short bursts of 20 seconds, stirring well each time to ensure smoothness.
  • Immediately add nuts or sprinkles after dipping for better adhesion before the chocolate sets.
  • Wait until the chocolate is fully set before drizzling with melted white chocolate to create clean, defined lines.
  • Refrigerate only briefly if you want to speed up setting; prolonged refrigeration can cause chocolate bloom.
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