Chocolate Dipped Strawberries with Nuts (Printable Version)

Fresh berries enrobed in melted dark chocolate and finished with crunchy mixed nut topping for an elegant handheld dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 16 large fresh strawberries with stems, washed and thoroughly dried

→ Chocolate

02 - 6 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa), chopped
03 - 2 oz high-quality white or milk chocolate, chopped (optional, for drizzling)

→ Nuts

04 - 1/2 cup finely chopped mixed nuts (pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans)

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper for easy cleanup and setting.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a saucepan of simmering water using the double boiler method, stirring constantly until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each interval, until fully melted.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip into the melted chocolate, swirling gently to coat approximately 3/4 of the berry.
04 - Immediately sprinkle the chopped nuts over the chocolate-coated section while the chocolate is still warm, or dip the berry into a bowl of nuts for heavier coverage.
05 - Place the dipped strawberries onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes for faster setting.
06 - If using, melt the white or milk chocolate and drizzle over the dipped berries for an elegant decorative finish.
07 - Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These look ridiculously impressive but take about twenty minutes from start to finish
  • The combination of juicy berries, rich chocolate, and salty crunch hits every single craving at once
02 -
  • Any moisture on the strawberries will cause the chocolate to seize immediately, so pat them completely dry with paper towels first
  • If your chocolate does seize, whisk in a teaspoon of coconut oil to rescue it
03 -
  • Let the strawberries come to room temperature before dipping for better chocolate adhesion
  • If your chocolate is too thick, add a teaspoon of coconut oil to thin it slightly

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