Chocolate Covered Strawberry Recipe

This easy chocolate covered strawberry recipe is quick, elegant, and perfect for any celebration or just a treat-yourself moment.

Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 5 mins
Total time: 20 mins
Yield: 24 strawberries

Ingredients

16 ounces milk chocolate chips 2 tablespoons shortening Toothpicks 1 pound fresh strawberries with leaves

Instructions

1. Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly. Insert toothpicks into stem ends. 2. Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler, stirring until smooth. 3. Dip each strawberry into the chocolate, swirling for full coverage. 4. Place on wax paper or insert toothpick into Styrofoam to set. 5. Let chocolate cool and harden before serving.

Notes

For added flair, drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with chopped nuts. Keep refrigerated up to 48 hours for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 115
Fat: 7g
Saturated fat: 4g
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 31mg
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g