Description
Savor the perfect blend of luscious dark chocolate and fresh strawberries in this simple yet elegant dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (about 10 medium-sized)
- 1 cup dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate (for drizzling)
- Optional: Crushed nuts or colorful sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries under cool water and gently pat dry with paper towels.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry by its green stem into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on parchment paper.
- While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with crushed nuts or sprinkles if desired.
- Melt white chocolate and drizzle it over the dipped strawberries for an elegant finish.
- Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate until chocolate hardens (about 30 minutes).
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using flavored extracts like vanilla or almond in the melted chocolate.
- Customize your cups with various toppings like crushed cookies, shredded coconut, or edible glitter for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate-covered strawberry (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg