Sink your teeth into these luscious chocolate-dipped strawberries, a perfect treat for any occasion! These juicy berries, packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, are enrobed in rich dark chocolate, with an optional drizzle of milk and white chocolate for that extra touch of elegance. CHECKED
can be swapped for milk chocolate
85% cocoa
Wash the strawberries and pat them dry with kitchen paper. Set aside.
Roughly chop the dark chocolate and the white chocolate (if using). Set aside a strip of baking parchment.
Fill a small pan with approximately 2cm of water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and rest the bowl on top of the pan, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water. Stir the chocolate frequently until it melts completely. This step can also be done in the microwave in 20 seconds intervals.
Gently hold each strawberry by its leafy top and dip it into the melted dark chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the dipped strawberries onto the prepared baking parchment.
Allow the chocolate-dipped strawberries to set completely in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
If desired, melt the white chocolate using either the stovetop or microwave method, as described above.
Once the dark chocolate has set, drizzle the melted white chocolate over the chocolate-dipped strawberries for decoration. Allow the white chocolate to set before serving.
For a perfectly smooth chocolate coating, ensure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping. Any moisture can cause the chocolate to seize.
To prevent the chocolate from blooming (developing a white, streaky appearance), temper it properly or cool the dipped strawberries gradually at room temperature before refrigerating.
Experiment with different toppings like chopped nuts, desiccated coconut, or sprinkles for added texture and flavour.