The Best Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Making DIY Chocolate Covered Strawberries may seem intimidating, but don’t let anyone fool you. They’re really easy to make and they are the ultimate party food. These chocolate strawberries are also beautiful on a charcuterie board, a dessert tray, or the centerpiece to a holiday spread.

They’re the perfect gift for someone special, a friend, or a family gathering. There is nothing better than biting into these chocolate covered strawberries. They have a thick, rich outer chocolate layer, and a refreshing and sweet strawberry burst inside.

The best part is this recipe only takes about 30 minutes to assemble. You’ll be enjoying your own homemade dipped strawberries in no time.

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries Toppings

Dark Chocolate
Milk Chocolate
White Chocolate
Shredded Coconut, or toasted coconut
Crushed Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios, Cashews, etc.)
Sprinkles
Crushed Oreos, any kind of oreo
Candy, such as butterfinger, heath, or nerds
Melted Peanut Butter Chips
Crushed Graham Crackers
Edible Glitter

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How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Wash and rinse the strawberries, lay them on a paper towel to air dry completely, 30-60 minutes at room temperature.
Make a double boiler, place a pan on low heat with an inch of water and bring to a boil. Place a bowl (with the lid larger than the lip of the pot) on the simmering water.
Place ⅔ chocolate in the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula for several minutes or until chocolate is melted. Remove the melted chocolate from the heat and add in ⅓ more chocolate and the coconut oil. Continue to gently stir until all the chocolate is melted. (It should have a shiny appearance and smooth consistency.)
Set a sheet of parchment paper on a large baking tray.
Dip each strawberry into the chocolate, gently shake the strawberry to remove the excess chocolate. Place the strawberry on the parchment-lined tray.
If desired, add a contrasting kind of melted chocolate in a piping bag and drizzle the dipped strawberries. You could also skip the full dipping and just do a chocolate drizzle strawberry too.
You can also dip the strawberries into chopped nuts, sprinkles, or shredded coconut, or any other topping of your choice and then set it back on the tray.
Let the strawberries sit at room temperature for about one hour, until the chocolate firms. Serve and enjoy!

Tips For Making the Best Chocolate Strawberries

Be sure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping (Or the chocolate will have steaks in it)
Strawberries are best when they're at room temperature before dipping.
After dipping the strawberries, be sure to let the chocolate set at room temperature. DO NOT put them in the fridge or they will build up condensation between the chocolate and strawberry layer.
Use a piping bag to drizzle white chocolate or dark chocolate drizzle. It's much easier to get a uniform drizzle with a piping bag.
For best results, dip the strawberries on the same day you're wanting to serve them.
Some recipes say to store the strawberries in the fridge but I find it's much better to store them at room temperature, a cool room if possible. This will keep condensation from building up between the strawberries and the chocolate layer. If left to harden at room temperature, it will probably take about an hour.
Add just a little coconut oil to the chocolate. This will help prevent the chocolate layer from cracking and falling off. The very crispy and cracking chocolate is preferred in a lot of candy recipes but for this one, a little bit of "give" on the chocolate is desirable.
Don't remove the stem. Use it to hold on to when dipping the strawberries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should chocolate covered strawberries be refrigerated?

Chocolate Covered Strawberries should be stored in a cool, dry place but not in the refrigerator. If the chocolate-covered strawberries are stored in the fridge, there will be condensation between the strawberry and the chocolate.

What is the best chocolate for chocolate covered strawberries?

Couverture chocolate is the best chocolate for dipping strawberries. It has a higher ratio of cocoa butter to cocoa and it melts more smoothly. Use the highest quality of chocolate you can find. Here are some of my favorites:
Callebaut Chocolate
Dark Chocolate
Milk Chocolate
White Chocolate
Peter's Chocolate
Chocolate Bars- found in the candy aisle in the supermarket (Trader Joe's, Lindt, Ghirardelli)
Chocolate Chips

How do you get chocolate to stick to strawberries?

Rinse your strawberries in cool water. Let the strawberries dry completely before dipping. Be sure your strawberries are at room tempreture before dipping.

How long are chocolate-covered strawberries good for?

Chocolate Covered Strawberries are good for 3-4 days. They have a pretty short shelf life. They're best stored in a cool, dry place but no the fridge.

Can you freeze chocolate covered strawberries?

No, Chocolate Covered Strawberries are best made the day they will be enjoyed. You can make them a day ahead but the day of is best.

How to Store Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Room Temperature: Store in a cool place at room temperature. They should be covered but not sealed container. (If they're in an airtight container, they will build up condensation) Someplace like a cool garage is a great place to keep dipped strawberries.
Make-Ahead Instructions - These can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time but they will be best if served the same day they are made. Just be sure you are storing your chocolate-covered strawberries at room temperature.

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Best Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe

I'll show you how to make the best chocolate covered strawberries at home for just a fraction of the cost. These are perfect for any romantic occasion, valentines day, or just a sweet treat. They’re super simple to make and only take a few minutes.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 30

cooling time 1

Total Time 1 30

Servings people

Calories 213kcal

Author The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

12 ounces Chocolate good quality chocolate
18 large Strawberries large, with stems
2 teaspoon Coconut Oil
4 ounces White Chocolate if desired

Instructions

Wash and rinse the strawberries, lay them on a paper towel to air dry completely, 15 minutes to 60 minutes at room temperature. (Be sure they are completly dry)
Make a double boiler, place a pan on low heat with an inch of water and bring to a boil. Place a bowl (with the lid larger than the lip of the pot) on the simmering water.
Place ⅔ chocolate in the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula for several minutes or until chocolate is melted. Remove the melted chocolate from the heat and add in ⅓ more chocolate and the coconut oil. Continue to gently stir until all the chocolate is melted. (It should have a shiny appearance and smooth consistency.)
Set a sheet of parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
Dip each strawberry into the chocolate mixture, gently shake the strawberry to remove the excess chocolate. Place the strawberry on the parchment-lined tray.
If desired, add a contrasting kind of melted chocolate in a piping bag and drizzle the dipped strawberries.
You can also dip the strawberries into chopped nuts, sprinkles, or shredded coconut, or any other topping of your choice and then set it back on the tray.
Let the strawberries sit at room temperature until chocolate hardens, for about one hour, until the chocolate firms. Serve and enjoy!

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I'll show you how to make homemade, gourmet chocolate covered strawberries at home for just a fraction of the cost. These are perfect for any romantic occasion, valentines day, or just a sweet treat. They’re super simple to make and only take a few minutes.

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