Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Nuts (Printable version)
Fresh strawberries coated in silky chocolate and sprinkled with mixed nuts for a tasty delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 16 large fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried, stems intact
→ Chocolate
02 - 7 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped or chips
→ Nuts
03 - 1/3 cup finely chopped mixed nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, or pistachios)
→ Optional
04 - 1 tsp coconut oil or unsalted butter
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place chopped nuts in a shallow bowl or plate for easy dipping.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate with coconut oil or butter (if using) over a pan of simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each burst until fully melted.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Immediately coat with chopped nuts by sprinkling or gently rolling.
04 - Arrange dipped strawberries on prepared tray. Let sit at room temperature until chocolate sets, approximately 15-20 minutes, or refrigerate for faster setting.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours for optimal freshness and texture.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The crunch of nuts against silky chocolate creates a texture that keeps people reaching for just one more
- These look impressive but come together in twenty minutes, making you look like a kitchen wizard
02 -
- Even a single drop of water will seize your chocolate into a grainy mess, so keep your bowls and tools completely dry
- Room temperature berries prevent the chocolate from hardening too fast, while cold berries create a thicker shell
03 -
- Pat your strawberries completely dry with paper towels before dipping, because water and chocolate are eternal enemies
- Tap your wrist gently after dipping to shake off excess chocolate rather than wiping it off