Christmas Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Christmas Chocolate Covered Strawberries

A festive and simple treat, these chocolate covered strawberries are perfect for holiday celebrations and make a delightful dessert or gift.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 24 strawberries

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Calories: 50

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Strawberry Ingredients

1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried fully dry for glossy chocolate

Chocolate Ingredients

8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or baking chocolate good quality = smoother finish
4 ounces white chocolate chips use for drizzling patterns
1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil thins chocolate slightly for easier dipping

Toppings (Optional)

to taste crushed candy canes adds peppermint crunch
to taste holiday sprinkles press on before chocolate sets
a small pinch edible glitter or colored sugar brightens presentation

Method

Preparation

Wash and pat the strawberries completely dry. Insert toothpicks or small skewers if you prefer easier dipping, ensuring no wet spots remain.

Melting Chocolate

Melt semi-sweet chocolate with the oil in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, heating in 20–30 second bursts and stirring until smooth.

Dipping

Hold a strawberry by the stem or skewer and dip about three-quarters into the melted chocolate. Shake off excess gently.
Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Decorating

Melt the white chocolate the same way, then drizzle over the dark chocolate in festive patterns. Immediately sprinkle with optional toppings while the drizzle is still wet.

Setting

Let the strawberries set at room temperature until firm, or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.

Notes

For a quicker prep, use pre-washed berries and lay them on a towel to dry. Chocolate should not look grainy; if it does, cool it slightly and stir until smooth. You can add a pinch of cinnamon to the chocolate for a warm flavor.