Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Nuts (Printable Version)
Juicy strawberries coated in rich chocolate and topped with crunchy nuts for an elegant treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 12 large fresh strawberries, rinsed and thoroughly dried, stems intact
→ Chocolate
02 - 4 oz good-quality dark or milk chocolate, chopped
→ Nuts
03 - 1/4 cup finely chopped mixed nuts (pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts, or walnuts)
→ Optional
04 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil for smoother melted chocolate
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - Combine the chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a heatproof bowl. Melt over a pot of simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each interval.
03 - Hold each strawberry firmly by the green stem. Dip into the melted chocolate, rotating to coat approximately two-thirds of the berry, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
04 - Immediately sprinkle or roll the chocolate-dipped portion in the chopped nuts, pressing gently to ensure adhesion. Shake off any loose excess.
05 - Transfer the coated strawberries to the prepared baking sheet. Allow chocolate to set at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes until firm.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate in a single layer for up to 24 hours. For optimal texture and flavor, consume within the same day of preparation.
# Top Tips:
01 -
- They look incredibly impressive but take twenty minutes from start to finish
- The combination of juicy fruit, smooth chocolate, and crunchy nuts is basically perfect
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- Even a single drop of water on your strawberries will seize the chocolate into an unusable mess
- Work quickly once the chocolate is melted, or it will start to thicken and become harder to coat evenly
03 -
- Double-dip in contrasting white chocolate once the first layer sets for a stunning professional look
- Toast your nuts lightly in a dry pan before chopping to deepen their flavor