There’s nothing sweeter than giving the gift of chocolate for Valentine’s Day! This recipe for Chocolate Covered Strawberries is simple, yet offers a real ‘WOW’ factor when shared with someone you love. Sprinkle some crushed candy pieces or some sprinkles on the chocolate coating and these juicy gems are sure to make your special someone smile!
Lorraine Lorusso, a woman who worked at a gourmet store in Chicago, is credited with creating the first chocolate covered strawberries in the 1960’s. And since chocolate and strawberries are both considered an aphrodisiac, this combination quickly became a popular gift on Valentine’s Day around the world.
They not only taste decadent, but they are beautiful as well. And there’s no need to buy them or spend a small fortune for these delicious treats. They are easy to make and your Valentine will appreciate the effort you put into making them yourself.
More recipes with fresh strawberries:
- Sparkling Strawberry Basil Cocktail
- Strawberry Chocolate Crush Parfait
- Fruit Pizza
- Mixed Berry Pretzel Dessert
Use fresh strawberries in late winter and early spring when they are in season to make tasty desserts, cocktails and sweet treats that are always appreciated.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe
What’s needed?
- 20 fresh strawberries
- 16 ounces CandiQuik candy coating (or semi sweet chocolate chips)
- 1/4 cup crushed candy pieces
- 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
- 1/4 cup red or white sprinkles
After dipping the berries, decorate them with crushed candy or sprinkles, if desired.
How to make Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Wash the strawberries and lay them on a towel. Make sure they are completely dry before dipping. Leave the green tops on the berries.
- Pour sprinkles and candy pieces into separate bowls.
- Put 16 ounces of CandiQuik in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Stir gently. Microwave for another 30 seconds and stir again, chocolate coating should be soft and smooth. See package instructions.
- Holding the berry by the leaves, dip and roll until evenly covered with chocolate. Allow excess to drip off. Add sprinkles while the chocolate is soft, if desired. Place the berries on a piece of parchment paper until chocolate has hardened.
Serve the strawberries on a pretty plate or wrap them up in a beautiful box and deliver them to someone special. These beautiful Chocolate Covered Strawberries make a wonderful Valentine’s Day treat!
For more sweet treats, check out these tasty recipes:
- Dark Chocolate Buckeyes
- White Chocolate Pretzel Bark
- Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Homemade Caramels
- Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Ingredients
- 20 strawberries
- 16 ounces CandiQuik, or chocolate almond bark
- 1/4 cup crushed candy pieces
- 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
- 1/4 cup sprinkles, white or red
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and lay them on a towel. Make sure they are completely dry before dipping. Leave the green tops on the berries.
- Pour sprinkles and candy pieces into separate bowls.
- Put 2 blocks of Candi-Quick (16 ounces) in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Stir gently. Microwave for another 30 seconds and stir again, chocolate coating should be soft and smooth.
- Holding each berry by the leaves, dip and roll until covered with chocolate. Allow excess to drip off. Add sprinkles while the chocolate is soft, if desired. Place the berries on a piece of parchment paper until chocolate is hardened. Recipe makes 20 chocolate covered strawberries.
Equipment
- 1 microwave-safe bowl
- 1 sheet pan covered with parchment paper
Sherrie Ravencraft
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