Dark Chocolate Strawberry Dips (Print Version)

Juicy strawberries coated in rich dark chocolate with optional toppings—an elegant, easy-to-make treat.

# Components:

→ Fruit

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

→ Chocolate

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

→ Optional Toppings

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

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler), stirring until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between bursts.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the leaves and dip into melted chocolate, twirling to coat evenly.
04 - Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place coated strawberry on lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with nuts or sprinkles if desired before chocolate sets.
05 - Once dark chocolate has set, drizzle melted white chocolate over strawberries using a fork or piping bag, if using.
06 - Allow chocolate to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or refrigerate briefly to speed setting.
07 - Enjoy dipped strawberries chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look so impressive that guests assume you spent hours in the kitchen when really it's a quick, meditative task.
  • That moment when you bite through the snappy chocolate shell into cool, juicy strawberry is pure joy.
  • No baking required, no ovens, no stress—just you, chocolate, and fruit at their best.
02 -
  • Wet strawberries are the enemy—any moisture will cause the chocolate to slip right off or become grainy, so pat them dry with genuine care.
  • Overly hot chocolate will turn thin and runny, so if it starts to cool and thicken, gently warm it again rather than adding more heat.
03 -
  • If your chocolate seizes or becomes grainy, add a teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable oil to smooth it back out—this rescue move has saved many batches.
  • For a vegan version, use vegan dark chocolate and skip the white chocolate drizzle, or use melted vegan white chocolate instead.
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