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Since Valentines Day is around the corner here is a fun and easy desert to celebrate Valentines Day with. Then here is how to make the classic Valentines day desert chocolate covered strawberries. I love making chocolate covered strawberries with my family. It is a lot easier than you think it is to make this classic Valentine’s Day desert. This is one of my favorite Valentines Day treats.Â
Recipe:Â
- 1-pound fresh strawberries with leaves intact
- 16 ounces chocolate chips or bar (chopped into small pieces)Â
- 2 tablespoons shortening (optional for added smoothness and sheen)Â
- 8 ounces white chocolate for drizzling (optional)Â
- Sprinkles, coarse sugar, finely chopped nuts for decorating (optional)Â
Equipment:
- Paper towels
- Baking sheetÂ
- Parchment or waxed paper
- Saucepan (optional)
- Heat proof/microwave-safe bowl
- Heatproof silicone spatulaÂ
- Skewer or toothpick (optional)
- Spoons (optional)Â
Instructions:Â
- Rinse berries under cold water and dry thoroughly. Then set them on a dry towel and let them come to room temperature while you prep the baking sheet and the chocolate.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper. Use a large pan to allow an inch or two of space between the strawberries.Â
- Next melt the chocolate in a bowl over hot water or in the microwave.Â
- Lastly Dip the strawberries the chocolate should be warm and work on picking up one strawberry at a time. You should dip the strawberry into the chocolate bottom first to about Âľ of the way up. Then gently rotate the strawberry as you pull it out of the chocolate. After this is all done place the strawberry onto a lined baking sheet and repeat until all the strawberries are dipped.Â
- Now it’s time to enjoy!Â