Craving a sweet treat? These chocolate-covered strawberries are foolproof—just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes! Perfect for dates, parties, or a little self-care. Get the simple recipe now!
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💗 Why This Recipe Works
This chocolate-covered strawberry recipe is simple and sweet. With just four ingredients, you can create a quick dessert or a thoughtful gift for any celebration.
- Simple: Only a few ingredients and minimal prep time.
- Fast: Takes less than 15 minutes, excluding chilling time.
- Customizable: You can easily switch up the chocolate or add toppings.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or just a sweet snack.
🥧 Ingredients
*See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- Dark and White Chocolate: You can use chocolate chips or chunks, but buying whole chocolate is usually more cost-effective.
- Food Colouring: Mixing pink or red colouring into white chocolate adds a fun touch.
- Strawberries: Fresh, juicy strawberries are the star of the show, providing sweetness and the ideal shape for dipping.
👩🍳 How to Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Craving a sweet treat? Try our Easy Chocolate-Covered Strawberries! They’re quick, simple, and perfect for any occasion. We’ll walk you through each step, from melting the chocolate to dipping the fresh strawberries. Your kitchen will smell delightful!
Check out our handy guide with step-by-step photos to make the process even easier.
Rinse the strawberries under cool water and dry them thoroughly with a paper towel to ensure the chocolate sticks. Even a little moisture can cause the chocolate to seize.
Chop the chocolate and set up a bain-marie by placing a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Add the dark chocolate and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat, then repeat for the white chocolate if using both.
Hold each strawberry by the green stem or insert a wooden stick to make it easier and avoid getting chocolate on your hands. Dip it into the chocolate, swirling it around to coat evenly.
Let any excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Place the dipped strawberry on a waxed paper-lined cookie sheet.
For colourful strawberries, add a few drops of pink or red food colouring to the melted white chocolate. Stir well to ensure the colour is evenly distributed.
Once the chocolate-dipped strawberries are set, enhance them with decorative stripes. Melt more dark, white, or pink chocolate in a piping bag with a small tip for thin lines.
A full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
💭 Pro Tip
To avoid streaky chocolate, make sure your strawberries are completely dry. Any moisture will prevent the chocolate from sticking properly.
♻️ Substitutions
- Dark chocolate: Use semi-sweet or milk chocolate if you prefer something less intense.
- White chocolate: You can use dairy-free white chocolate or skip it altogether for a fully dark chocolate coating.
- Food colouring: Leave it out if you prefer a more natural look or if you're using coloured sprinkles instead.
- Strawberries: If strawberries aren’t in season, you can use other fruits like bananas, pineapple chunks, or even dried fruits.
📖 Variations
- Nutty: Roll the freshly dipped strawberries in crushed nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for a crunchy finish.
- Drizzle: Once the chocolate has set, drizzle the opposite type of chocolate (dark over white, or white over dark) in thin lines for an elegant look.
- Flavoured Chocolate: Use flavoured chocolate, such as mint or orange, to give your strawberries a unique twist.
- Add Toppings: Dust with crushed cookies, coconut flakes, or even edible glitter to elevate the look and taste.
Serving Suggestions
Chocolate-covered strawberries are a versatile treat that can be enjoyed on their own or paired with other desserts. Here are a few ways to serve them:
- With Champagne: Chocolate-covered strawberries make a luxurious pairing with a glass of chilled champagne.
- On Dessert Platters: Add them to a platter of cookies, brownies, or cupcakes for a visually appealing dessert spread.
- As Cake Toppers: Decorate a homemade cake with these chocolate-dipped delights for an elegant finish.
❓ FAQs
Chocolate-covered strawberries are best eaten within 24 hours, but they can last up to 48 hours if stored in the refrigerator.
Yes, but the strawberries may become mushy once thawed. Freeze them in a single layer, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Eat them frozen for a refreshing treat.
If the strawberries are wet, the chocolate won’t stick properly. Always dry them thoroughly after rinsing.
Choose high-quality dark or white chocolate for the best result. Chocolate chips or chunks can work too, but bars of chocolate tend to melt more smoothly.
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Easy Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Equipment
- Waxed paper or Cookie sheet
- Spatula or spoon
- A piping bag or any small bag with a cleanly cut corner, free of wrinkles, will work perfectly.
Ingredients
- 100 g dark chocolate roughly chopped, (3.5 oz)
- 100 g white chocolate roughly chopped, (3.5 oz)
- pink or red food colouring
- 400 g strawberries (14 oz)
Instructions
- Rinse 14 oz strawberries and pat them dry. Melt 3½ oz dark chocolate and 3½ oz white chocolate in separate bowls over a bain-marie (a bowl over simmering water). Stir until smooth.
- If you’d like pink chocolate, stir a few drops of red or pink food colouring into the white chocolate.
- Dip some strawberries into each type of chocolate—dark, white, or pink—letting the excess drip off. Add sprinkles or decorations while the chocolate is still wet.
- Place the dipped strawberries on a wax paper-lined tray and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- For a fun finish, melt a bit more chocolate and drizzle over the chilled strawberries using a piping bag or small spoon. Try white on dark, dark on pink, and pink on white for contrast.
- Let the drizzles set, and you're good to go!
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Notes
Add-ONS:
Sprinkles, Crushed nuts (almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts), Coconut flakes, Chocolate drizzle (contrasting colour), Sea salt, Candy crumbles (Oreos, M&Ms), Granola, Edible glitter, Zest (lemon or orange), Caramel sauce, Dehydrated fruit flakes.Tips and Tricks for Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Choose the Right Strawberries: Pick fresh, ripe strawberries that are firm and unblemished. They should be dry and at room temperature for better chocolate adherence.
- Use High-Quality Chocolate: Choose high-quality dark and white chocolate for the best result. Chocolate bars melt more smoothly than chips.
- Melt Chocolate Carefully: Use a microwave or double boiler to melt the chocolate. If using a microwave, melt it in short bursts of 15-30 seconds. Stir in between to prevent burning.
- Add Coconut Oil: Mix a teaspoon of coconut oil with the chocolate for a smoother melting process. This will give your chocolate a nice, glossy finish.
- Dry Strawberries Thoroughly: Ensure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping. Any moisture can cause the chocolate to seize or not stick properly.
- Use Wooden Sticks: Insert a wooden stick into each strawberry to make dipping easier. This will help keep your hands clean and give you better control.
- Create Stripes: Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off to drizzle melted chocolate over the dipped strawberries.
- Chill for Better Results: After dipping, refrigerate the strawberries for about 30 minutes. This will help the chocolate set completely.
- Experiment with Toppings: Get creative! Add sprinkles, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut before the chocolate sets.
- Store Properly: Keep the chocolate-covered strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They are best enjoyed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
Swathi says
The chocolate dipped strawberries are so yummy and beautiful I made it for my son's brithday kids enjoyed it.
Sonja says
These strawberries are so pretty! I love the pink version. So far I only saw ones with dark chocolate. This white chocolate makes for a lovely change.
Nicole Kendrick says
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
Paula says
These chocolate covered strawberries were so yummy!
Liz says
These were SO easy to make and delicious! My family made them disappear quickly!
Juyali says
These turned out so beautiful for me. I also took your suggestion and used shredded coconut. Amazing!
Amy says
They look gorgeous! Perfect for Chrstmas!
Jean says
These were almost too beautiful to eat! Almost!!!
Nicole Kendrick says
I love the classic flavor combo of these, and they're so pretty, too. They were great!