There is nothing as delicious, or simple, as a Chocolate Covered Strawberry. You might pay a pretty penny to buy them at the store, or even have them delivered, but they are SO easy to make at home for a fun afternoon with the kiddos, a special occasion or of course, Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day. Show
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry RecipeHow is it that the simplest of desserts, with only two ingredients, can be such a pain to make? I know! It sounds easy. Chocolate + strawberries. And then your chocolate doesn’t stick. Or the berries sweat. Or the chocolate turns gray and chakly. Why??? We’ve got your burning chocolate covered strawberry questions answers and a foolproof recipe to make the most beautiful berries you’ve ever seen. Let the kids help decorate and make it a family affair! Look for a good quality chocolate. This might mean you need to spend a little more money, but you are still saving not paying a couple dollars per strawberry. There are lots of types of chocolate and they are not all created equal, so choose wisely. The best melting chocolate is called couverture chocolate and has a higher ratio of cocoa butter to cocoa, which helps it melt more smoothly. If you are just at the store, aim for 35 percent cocoa solids and 31 percent cocoa butter. Of course, you can order this too. You can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate. How to Melt Chocolate in a Double BoilerThe best way to melt chocolate, hands down, is in a double boiler. If you don’t have one, a cheap one will do, no need to break the bank. Unless you are dipping in things in chocolate all the time (in which case, I envy you), you won’t use it often, but be glad when you need it.
You can even use a fondue pot! If you aren’t using a couverture chocolate you might need to add a teaspoon of shortening, coconut oil or butter to help it melt smoothly. Candy melts are another option, but have the tendency to get chalky and not taste as good. How to Make Your Own Double BoilerIf you don’t own a double boiler you can make your own with a saucepan and heat-safe glass bowl. As long as the bowl says microwave safe, changes are it is heat safe enough for making a double boiler. The instructions are the same, but the top pot is your glass bowl.
How to Melt Chocolate in the MicrowaveThe second best way to melt chocolate is the microwave, but watch it carefully because this is also where people tend to overcook it and after it reaches the chalky, gross thick stage, you can’t bring it back to life.
How Long Do Chocolate Covered Strawberries Last?The short answer is the chocolate covered strawberries are best enjoyed right after the chocolate has set or the same day you make them, however you can make them up to 2 days in advance. Fresh strawberries will last longer, of course, and quality chocolate coating. How to Store Chocolate Covered StrawberriesIf eating your chocolate dipped strawberries the same day, store at a cool room temperature away from sunlight and uncovered. They really don’t need to be refrigerated, so this is my best advice. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container separated by layers of wax or parchment paper. Be mindful that they have the tendency to sweat when removed. This won’t impact the flavor, it just looks unsightly. Why Do Chocolate Covered Strawberries Sweat?The sweat is just condensation. Both the chocolate and strawberries contain water and when they are subjected to a big temperature change, like going from a chilly fridge to a comfortable room temperature, this brings out the moisture. The best way to prevent this is to not subject them to the temperature variation and to dab them dry with a paper towel before dipping so there isn’t any moisture bubbling to the surface. To avoid sweating, it’s best to make and enjoy chocolate covered strawberries the same day. However, they will keep at room temperature for up to 10 hours. Follow instructions above on how to best do this. Topping Ideas For Chocolate Covered StrawberriesThe sky is the limit for toppings, but here are our favorites.
Tips for making chocolate covered strawberries:
Double Boiler– A kitchen essential, use a double boiler to make velvety melted chocolate, superb sauces and more! Strawberry Dipper- If you don’t want to get up close and personal with your fingers, use this specialty fork! Couverture Chocolate– You have to buy a larger quality and it isn’t cheap, but you won’t bat an eyelash after you see the results. You’ll be dipping all your desserts in rich chocolate. More Valentine’s Day Recipes:
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Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg Meet The Author: Jessica FormicolaJessica the mom, wife and food lover behind Savory Experiments. She is obsessed with butter, salt and bacon and spends all her time in the kitchen and behind a camera. Jessica is a contributor to PopKitchen by Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, The Daily Meal Food + Travel and more! Can you keep chocolate covered strawberries in the fridge overnight?If you want to keep your chocolate covered strawberries for up to 48 hours, you can refrigerate them. You might even be able to get several days out of your berries, but they're usually best within two days.
How do you keep chocolate covered strawberries from sweating?To minimize sweating, place a couple sheets of paper towels into the bottom of an airtight container. Store the strawberries on top of the paper towels. If you need to store multiple layers of strawberries, place pieces of wax paper or parchment paper between the layers.
Will chocolate covered strawberries harden in the fridge?Set chocolate at room temperature and store at room temperature. If you are in a warm climate and need to refrigerate your strawberries to set, then allow 15-30 minutes to harden in the refrigerator, then remove.
Can I leave chocolate covered strawberries out overnight?Chocolate covered strawberries should be kept refrigerated (unless you're using candy melts – read below). Don't leave the strawberries at room temperature for a long time after being refrigerated, because they will start to sweat. Although, that's not usually an issue, because they most likely will be gone in no time.
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