Despite being one of the easiest and cheapest desserts to make, chocolate covered strawberries are one of those fancy, bite-size desserts that everyone loves. They’re beautiful and impressive looking, but they’re incredibly simple. One batch of chocolate covered strawberries only takes about 20 minutes to make!
Since this is such a simple recipe with just two basic ingredients, the quality of chocolate is really important. The higher quality of chocolate, the better they will taste, and I’ve found that Baking Chocolate works best.
A cheap bag of chocolate chips will not taste as good or melt easily. High quality chocolate (or baking chocolate chips) tastes less processed, melts easier, and really helps give the strawberries a nice beautiful coat after dipping.
I usually use Ghirardelli baking chips, or Baker’s Baking Chocolate and I’m always pleased with the quality and price. I prefer bittersweet or semi-sweet, but you can use milk chocolate, semi-sweet, bittersweet, or white chocolate for dipping strawberries.
The easiest way to melt chocolate is in a double boiler or in the microwave. If you don’t own a double boiler, you can make your own with a simple saucepan and heat-safe glass bowl (see tutorial below).
Yes, you can melt chocolate chips in the microwave as long as they are a high quality brand of baking chocolate chips. I like to use these Ghirardelli Baking Chips . To microwave them, set your microwave at half power and stir the chocolate every 30 seconds until smooth.
Store chocolate covered strawberries in a cool location. You may store them in the refrigerator, uncovered, up to one day, leaving them on the same baking sheet you placed them on after dipping. If serving them the same day you make them (which is preferred), store them, uncovered, on your counter away from sunlight or heat.
Please do NOT freeze chocolate covered strawberries. As they thaw the strawberries will release moisture and ruin the chocolate coating.
Chocolate covered strawberries are best enjoyed within 1 or 2 days maximum. The chocolate on the strawberries will cause them to sweat and release moisture, so they are really best enjoyed the same day they are made.
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You can use bittersweet or dark chocolate if you prefer. My favorite chocolate for making chocolate-covered strawberries is Ghirardelli semi-sweet baking chocolate or Guittard organic semisweet chocolate baking wafers.
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I’d never made chocolate-dipped strawberries before this taste test. It’s really easy! And it’s really good. If you’re paying a premium for chocolate-dipped fruit from Edible Arrangements, stop doing that. Go to the grocery store and pick up some chocolate for dipping instead. Then get your f*ck on! Here’s the best chocolate for strawberry dipping, ya freaks.
Chocolate-dipped strawberries are the height of romance. Honestly, I can hardly write this ranking without blushing. I mean, just think about when February 14th rolls around and all of the perverts who read this list are hand-feeding fruit draped in luxuriant chocolate to their lovers. But, hey, a job’s a job, and it’s my obligation to reveal the best chocolate for dipping strawberries, even if you guys are gross.
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A cheap bag of chocolate chips will not taste as good or melt easily. High quality chocolate (or baking chocolate chips) tastes less processed, melts easier, and really helps give the strawberries a nice beautiful coat after dipping.
The easiest way to melt chocolate is in a double boiler or in the microwave. If you don’t own a double boiler, you can make your own with a simple saucepan and heat-safe glass bowl (see tutorial below).
Store chocolate covered strawberries in a cool location. You may store them in the refrigerator, uncovered, up to one day, leaving them on the same baking sheet you placed them on after dipping. If serving them the same day you make them (which is preferred), store them, uncovered, on your counter away from sunlight or heat.
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Please do NOT freeze chocolate covered strawberries. As they thaw the strawberries will release moisture and ruin the chocolate coating.
Chocolate Review: Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate
FAQ
What is the best chocolate for dipping strawberries?
What brand of chocolate is best for strawberries?
What is the best chocolate to use for dipping?
Can I use Ghirardelli chocolate chips for dipping?
What kind of chocolate chips do you use for chocolate dipped strawberries?
Use a high quality brand chocolate chips like Guittard or Ghirardelli if you can. Our favorite for chocolate dipped strawberries is Guittard Semi Sweet Chocolate Baking Chips: they’re a bit larger than standard chips and make a smooth crisp chocolate coating. (They’re are also great for chocolate covered bananas and chocolate covered almonds !)
Are chocolate-dipped strawberries a good dessert?
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries are the BEST kind of treat because they’re pretty low effort but high deliciousness. As I’ve made these throughout the years, here are some of things I love about ‘em: They’re easier to make than you think and the perfect dessert for any occasion. You can swap out the type of chocolate for your tastebuds.
How do you make white chocolate dipped strawberries?
For a white chocolate drizzled strawberry, dip a fork in the melted white chocolate and drizzle the white chocolate over the dipped strawberries. Chill the strawberries until the chocolate sets, about 15 minutes. *I prefer to use bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, but milk chocolate will also work great!
How do you make Ghirardelli milk chocolate chips?
1.5 cups Ghirardelli milk chocolate chips. Rinse strawberries (never soak) and pat dry with paper towel or tea towel. Melt chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a double boiler until smooth and glossy. Remove from hea and take it to your work station. At your work station, you’ll have your berries, your skewers and your florist’s foam.