Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Published:

December 24, 2025

Fresh chocolate covered strawberries on a plate

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introduction

This recipe makes sweet fruit with a crisp chocolate shell. You can make it fast. Try it for a gift or a small party. For a different sweet try chocolate covered banana brownies.

why make this recipe

You make this for a quick, pretty treat. Kids like it. It feels fancy but you do not need special tools. If you want a berry idea with brownies, see strawberry brownie ideas.

how to make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

You wash the fruit, melt the chocolate, then dip the fruit. Let the chocolate set in the fridge. Work in one calm round to keep the berries dry and cool.

Ingredients :

Fresh strawberries
Dark chocolate
White chocolate (for drizzle)
Sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
You can match this with other treats like strawberry brownies.

Directions :

Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly.
Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, covering it halfway.
Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Melt the white chocolate and drizzle over the chocolate-covered strawberries.
If desired, add sprinkles or edible glitter while the chocolate is still wet.
Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.

how to serve Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Serve cool on a clean plate. Let the berries sit 5 minutes at room heat so the chocolate is not too hard to bite. You can pair them with small bites or serve with brownies for a mixed dessert plate.

how to store Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Place them in one layer on a tray. Cover with plastic wrap. Keep in the fridge up to 2 days. Do not store them in a sealed box with warm air or steam. Add a paper towel under them if they sweat.

tips to make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Use dry, room temp berries. Wet fruit makes the chocolate not stick well.
Heat chocolate slowly and stir often so it stays smooth.
Hold the berry by the stem when you dip it.
Tap off extra chocolate so the shell is even.
For more tips, read more chocolate tips.

variation (if any)

Cover the whole berry for a full coat.
Use milk chocolate for a softer taste.
Roll the wet chocolate in chopped nuts or coconut.
Make mini versions with small berries.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen berries?
A: No. Frozen berries release water when they thaw and the chocolate will not set right.

Q: Can I skip the white chocolate drizzle?
A: Yes. The white chocolate is just for look and extra taste.

Q: How long do they stay fresh?
A: They stay best for 1–2 days in the fridge. Eat them soon for best taste.

Q: Can I make them ahead?
A: You can make them a day ahead and keep them cold. Do not make them many days before.

Conclusion

For a full step-by-step and more ideas, see Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries – Tastes Better From Scratch.