How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries are Delicious to Eat and Are Great Gifts

Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a delicacy and are often very expensive if purchased from a candy store. They are one of my favorite treats. Over the years, my husband has purchased several boxes of Chocolate Covered Strawberries for me on our anniversary, for Valentine's Day or just because he knows how much I love them. I always enjoy getting Chocolate Covered Strawberries and I allocate only 1 per day for myself so the gift will last longer.

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A few years ago, my son needed a lot Chocolate Covered Strawberries for a school event. Due to the cost, I decided to make the Chocolate Covered Strawberries myself. When they were finished, they were just as good as candy store Chocolate Covered Strawberries. My daughter actually said they were better than the store bought delicacies.

Because they are so easy to make, there is really no reason to purchase Chocolate Covered Strawberries any longer, although I would appreciate it if you don't tell my sweet husband that. I still enjoy receiving a special gift.

In this article, I will give you step by step instructions with photos to make your own Chocolate Covered Strawberries.



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Supplies and Ingredients to Make Your Own Chocolate Covered Strawberries

  • Fresh Strawberries

  • Chocolate for Melting ~ I prefer Saco Dolci Frutta featured below.

  • Wax Paper


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    Easy Directions to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    Step 1: Cover a cookie sheet with wax paper ~ The cookie sheet will make it easier to move your Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

    Step 2: Wash Strawberries

    Step 3: Melt Your Chocolate
    ~ If you use Saco Dolci Frutta, you can melt the chocolate in the microwave in their package container. Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 2 minutes on medium and stir the chocolate until it is completely melted.

    Photo by Sylvestermouse

    Other chocolates will need to be melted in a double boiler or a microwavable dish.

    Step 4: Dip Strawberry in the chocolate

    Step 5: Decorate or Drizzle with White Chocolate (If Desired)

    Step 6: Set on wax paper to cool

    Step 7: When you have dipped all of your strawberries in chocolate, Serve or eat. Best if not refrigerated.

    Step by Step Photos of Making Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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      I love your cooking motto, I go by the same rules and this time it is just yummy wonderful and so pretty, I love your serving plate. Congratulations for being yummily chosen for the 75 Chocolate Lenses We Love...Yum! Monster Board!
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      I do love chocolate-covered strawberries and your article has inspired me to take some time to make a batch! Congrats on being featured on the chocolate monsterboard!
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      Like your lens. I made a large batch of these this past valentines days with my kids. I went old school using a double boiler technique. Your process seems much easier (and less mess)! Thanks for sharing.
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