Chocolate-dipped fruits are always a treat whether you make these as a special Mother’s Day treat, Valentine’s Day indulgence, or the first day of New Yer’s day. Delish on their own, or served with whipped cream and Champagne for that added luxury.
Chocolate covered strawberries
Prepare strawberries
Wash strawberries under cold running water and let drain completely. Wipe them well to dry off any moisture.Pro tip – If the strawberries are not completely dry, moisture from the strawberries will cause the chocolate to seize. Best practice – I wipe each strawberry with a paper hand towel. Then I air dry for another hour at least so any mist on the stalks will dry as well.
Melt some chocolate
Microwave – In a microwave-safe bowl, break the chocolate into smaller pieces. Melt in the microwave at 30-second intervals until smooth. Double boiler – Place a pot or saucepan with an inch of water to simmer on the stove on medium heat. You will need a heat-proof bowl that can be set on the saucepan. In the bowl, add the chocolate. Place the bowl over the saucepan with simmering water. Let the chocolate melt stirring when needed.Pro tip – Stirring is important not just to melt quickly and easily but when agitated the chocolate has a nicer shine to it Add vegetable oil to the melted chocolate – stir well.Pro tip – Oil will thin the chocolate giving you a smooth and shiny finish. Plus a thinner chocolate consistency makes it easy to dip the strawberries.
Dip strawberries
You can pick a strawberry from the stems and dip it in the chocolate mixture. Hold it above the bowl for a few seconds to let the excess chocolate drip. Pro tip – be patient and let the excess drip into the bowl otherwise there will be a pool of chocolate below each strawberry. Gently rub the back of the strawberry over the edge removing any excess. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper leaving enough room between each one of them. Garnish the top with whatever you want while the chocolate is still melted so they stay stuck to the strawberry when they dry.
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