Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries are a simple and delicious treat perfect for Valentine's Day. Here's a recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 10 ounce package of Ghirardelli Baking Chips (Bittersweet, Semi-sweet, or Milk Chocolate)
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
Instructions:
- Choose firm, ripe strawberries without bruises and, if possible, strawberries that are red all the way up to the stem.
- Take the strawberries out of the fridge 15-30 minutes before dipping them. Wash them and gently dry them all over with a paper towel. Make sure they're very dry, otherwise, the chocolate won't set on them properly.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler.
- Hold the strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring that all parts of the strawberry are covered. If desired, dip a fork in white chocolate and drizzle it over the dipped strawberry.
- Place the dipped strawberries on parchment paper or a silicone mat and refrigerate them for about 15 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
Tips for perfect chocolate-covered strawberries:
- Ensure the strawberries are dry before dipping them, as this helps the chocolate set properly.
- Use room temperature chocolate chips for easier melting.
- Make sure the white chocolate is melted and smooth before drizzling it over the dipped strawberries.
Enjoy your chocolate-dipped strawberries for a special Valentine's Day treat!