Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a delightful sweet treat that effortlessly combines the freshness of ripe strawberries with luscious melted chocolate. These elegant bites are perfect for any occasion, from intimate gatherings to festive celebrations. With minimal effort and just a few simple ingredients, you can create a visually stunning dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Customize them with various toppings for an added crunch or flavor, making them not just delicious but also fun to prepare. Each bite is a burst of sweetness, making these gourmet strawberries the ultimate indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces Ghirardelli Baking Chips (Bittersweet, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate)
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries (stems attached)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and dry them completely to ensure chocolate adherence.
- Set up your toppings on small plates and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry by its stem into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing it on parchment paper.
- Optionally drizzle with additional melted white chocolate for decoration.
- Chill in the refrigerator until set, approximately 15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg