4th of July Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Delicious and festive chocolate-covered strawberries perfect for celebrating Independence Day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Strawberries
- 1 Cup White Candy Melts or White Chocolate Melting Wafers
- 1/2 Cup Red, White, and Blue Nonpareil Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare your strawberries: Rinse the strawberries under cold water, then gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Ensure they are completely dry.
- Melt the candy melts: In a microwave-safe bowl, place the white candy melts. Microwave them in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip the strawberries: Hold a strawberry by the green tops and dip it into the melted chocolate, swirling it around for an even coat.
- Add sprinkles: Before the chocolate sets, immediately sprinkle your festive decorations onto the dipped strawberries.
- Set the strawberries: Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until chocolate hardens.
- Serve these delightful treats: Arrange the strawberries on a platter for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
These chocolate-covered strawberries can be made a day in advance. They are best enjoyed fresh for optimal appearance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 strawberries
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: 4th of July, chocolate covered strawberries, festive dessert