Chocolate Covered Strawberries (3 Ingredient Dessert!)
Chocolate Covered Strawberries are a quick no-bake dessert made with fresh strawberries dipped in melted chocolate. This easy three-ingredient recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 175g chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil or grapeseed, canola, peanut, or another neutral oil
- 500 g 1 pound fresh strawberries (about 25 strawberries)
- Optional Toppings
- Desiccated coconut
- Crushed nuts
- Sprinkles
- Crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- Mini chocolate chips
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Line a baking tray or large plate with parchment paper.
- Place the chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem or leaves.
- Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, turning to coat most of the fruit.
- Allow any excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl.
- Place each coated strawberry on the prepared tray.
- If desired, immediately roll or sprinkle with coconut, chopped nuts, sprinkles, or other toppings before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate the Chocolate Covered Strawberries for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is completely firm.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- Fresh strawberries provide the best results.
- Avoid washing strawberries immediately before dipping unless they are dried thoroughly.
- Store uncovered until the chocolate sets, then transfer to an airtight container.
- Perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, baby showers, weddings, and holiday dessert trays.