How to Make Chocolate Strawberries

Wash the strawberries, then dry them with a paper towel. If the strawberries are wet, it's harder for the chocolate to adhere to them.

Next, line a cookie sheet with waxed paper or parchment paper.

If you're using toppings, such as sprinkles, coconut, crushed nuts or mini chocolate chips, pour each one into a separate shallow bowl or plate.

Melt the chocolate in your chocolate melter or in the microwave. Although I'm using white chocolate here, the procedure is the same for dark chocolate.

If using a chocolate melter, just add the chocolate chips and turn it on high, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate melts.

If using the microwave, place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe container. Heat on 50% power for 30 seconds. Stir, and repeat until chocolate is melted.

Now dip the strawberries in the melted chocolate, turning to make sure both sides are well coated.

Press the chocolate covered strawberries in the coconut, turning to make sure both sides are evenly coated.

If you're using a topping like mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts, make sure you press the strawberries into the topping firmly, so that it sticks.

Now all you need to do is let your chocolate covered strawberries harden. Transfer the cookie sheet to the refrigerator for 15 minutes or so, or until ready to serve.