White Chocolate Dipped Strawberries for Nurses Week
Make elegant, easy edible gifts with these white chocolate dipped strawberries, perfect for showing appreciation during Nurses Week or for any spring occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: Approximately 18-20 strawberries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and completely dried
- 10 ounces white chocolate melting wafers or high-quality white chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother dipping)
- Assorted sprinkles or edible glitter (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Gently wash the strawberries and dry them thoroughly with paper towels. Moisture prevents the chocolate from sticking properly. Leave the green tops (stems) on for easy handling and visual appeal.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place the white chocolate wafers (and coconut oil, if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted. Do not overheat.
- Dip the strawberries: Hold a strawberry by the stem end. Dip it into the melted white chocolate, rotating it to coat about two-thirds of the berry. Lift the berry out, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl.
- Decorate immediately: If using sprinkles or glitter, apply them immediately while the chocolate is still wet.
- Set the chocolate: Place the dipped strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the white chocolate is completely set and firm.
- Serve or package: These gourmet dipped fruit treats are ready to serve or package as easy edible gifts.
Notes
- Ensure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping; water causes the chocolate to seize.
- For a thinner coating, add a small amount of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to the melted chocolate.
- If you do not have parchment paper, you can use wax paper, but parchment paper prevents sticking better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 5
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