Decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Juicy strawberries dipped in silky smooth, glossy melted chocolate with a pinch of sea salt for an elegant, easy-to-make treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 20-25 strawberries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 grams) fresh strawberries, firm and ripe with green stems intact
- 8 ounces (225 grams) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped bars
- 2 ounces (60 grams) white chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- Pinch of sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
- Wax paper or parchment paper for cooling
Instructions
- Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly with paper towels to remove all moisture.
- Set up a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over simmering water, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.
- Add semi-sweet chocolate and softened unsalted butter to the bowl and stir gently until melted and smooth, about 7–10 minutes. Alternatively, melt in microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring in between.
- Hold each strawberry by the green stem or use tongs, dip into melted chocolate coating about two-thirds of the berry, letting excess drip off.
- Place dipped strawberries onto a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the baking sheet for 30 minutes or until chocolate firms and becomes glossy.
- Optional: Melt white chocolate in microwave-safe bowl using 15-second intervals, stirring between. Drizzle over set chocolate strawberries and return to fridge for 10 minutes to set.
- Just before serving, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the strawberries to enhance flavor.
Notes
Dry strawberries thoroughly to prevent chocolate from slipping. Use high-quality chocolate for best texture and flavor. Rewarm chocolate gently if it thickens during dipping. Avoid stacking dipped strawberries to maintain glossy finish. Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 48 hours. For vegan option, use dairy-free chocolate and coconut oil instead of butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate dipped s
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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