Here's a fun different way to serve strawberries for Valentine's Day. Chocolate Filled Strawberries are sliced strawberries inserted into melted chocolate using a silicone mold. The end result is a delicious chocolate candy strawberry!
Savor the sweet satisfaction as the rich chocolate hardens around the fruit, creating a delightful dessert or elegant gift for any occasion.
Not only do they look beautiful, but they taste delicious too! Enjoy this sweet treat as an after-dinner dessert tonight!
Check out all the other Valentine's Day Recipes to help you create a delicious holiday for your family.
The combination of luscious strawberries and decadent chocolate will have everyone coming back for more!
Enhance the romance of Valentine's Day with this fun twist on the classic chocolate-covered strawberry. Instead of the usual dipping strawberries in melted chocolate, this recipe adds strawberry slice into a candy mold filled with melted chocolate.
The result is simply stunning and creates beautiful, bite-sized candy strawberries!
Looking for more Easy Desserts that feature strawberries? Try my Mason Jar Cake with Strawberries, Heart Shaped Chocolate Covered Strawberries and my own DIY Valentine's Day Chocolate Covered Strawberries recipe.
Table of Contents
- Top Tip
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- 📋Ingredients
- Top Tip
- 🥣Step-by-Step Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- How long do chocolate covered strawberries last?
- Storage Tips
- Recipe FAQ
- Is dark or milk chocolate better for strawberries?
- How much in advance can you make chocolate covered strawberries?
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- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Top Tip
- Select Fresh Strawberries: Choose plump, firm strawberries with vibrant red color and fresh green leaves to ensure the best flavor and appearance.
- Thoroughly Dry the Strawberries: Before dipping, make sure the strawberries are completely dry. Any residual moisture can cause the chocolate to seize, affecting the texture and appearance.
- Melt the Chocolate Carefully: Whether using a double boiler or microwave, melt the chocolate gently, stirring frequently to avoid overheating and ensure a silky consistency.
- Add Decorative Touches: Consider drizzling contrasting melted chocolate like pink or white, sprinkling chopped nuts, or dusting with edible glitter to add visual appeal and textural interest.
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Use Dark Cocoa-flavored Candy Melts candy for cake pops, cookies and molded candies with Wilton molds
- Wilton's 5-piece chocolate dipping tool set is a fun and unique addition to any baking supplies kit
📋Ingredients
Top Tip
Just before adding the strawberries to the silicone mold, wipe them off with a paper towel to make sure they're as dry as can be. Melted chocolate and water do not mix!
🥣Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Melt the chocolate according to the package directions or the directions found in my How to Melt Chocolate. Add about 1-2 tablespoons of the melted chocolate to the silicone mold.
Step 2: Slice the strawberries into rounds. Make sure they are completely dry or they will affect the melted chocolate and make it gritty.
Step 3: Add the slices to the mold. Make sure they don't sink completely into the mold.
Step 4: Allow the chocolate to harden around the strawberries. Garnish with chopped walnuts if desired.
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How long do chocolate covered strawberries last?
Chocolate Covered Strawberries are best when you consume them on the same day.
When stored in the refrigerator, they can generally last for about 2 to 3 days.
Storage Tips
When the chocolate has set, store the chocolate strawberries at room temperature until you're ready to serve.
Place them either on a baking tray covered with parchment paper or a container lined with parchment paper. You can cover them lightly with another piece of parchment paper if you're worried about dust particles.
If you do store them in the refrigerator, there's a chance for condensation or "sweat" to appear on the surface of the strawberries.
Recipe FAQ
Is dark or milk chocolate better for strawberries?
Dark chocolate adds a rich, slightly bitter flavor that contrasts with the sweetness of strawberries. With more cocoa solids and less sugar than milk chocolate, it can be a healthier choice. On the other hand, milk chocolate provides a sweeter, milder taste that complements the natural sweetness of strawberries.
How much in advance can you make chocolate covered strawberries?
While chocolate-covered strawberries are best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare them up to 24 hours in advance. Store the prepared strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to maintain their freshness and quality. Do not freeze the strawberries.
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Chocolate Filled Strawberries
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the chocolate according to package instructions or use the directions in How to Melt Chocolate.
- Add about 1-2 tablespoons of the melted chocolate to the silicone mold.
- Slice the strawberries into rounds. Make sure they are completely dry.
- Add the slices to the mold. Make sure they don't sink completely into the mold.
- Place the mold in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to harden around the strawberries. Garnish with chopped walnuts if desired.
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Let us know how it was!This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2013 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Esme Slabbert says
Delicious and easy to make and I can even make it with vegan chocolate.
Thanks so much for participating and sharing at SSPS 296. See you again next week!
Jennifer Wise says
I love chocolate-covered strawberries. What a great presentation. I love this idea. Visiting from the Love Your Creativity link party.
Mandatory Mooch says
Looks delicious, Lois. Thanks for linking up to Tasty Thursdays. The next party is live!! http://www.mandatorymooch.blogspot.com/2013/02/tasty-thursdays-29.html
Thanks, Nichi
Cindy Hunwhatsfordinner says
These look sinful!! I'd love for you to come and share them on my Simple Supper Tuesday linky party :o)
http://hunwhatsfordinner.blogspot.ca/2013/02/simple-supper-tuesday-4.html
Joanne DiPalo says
Happy Valentine's Day! I love the chocolate melting technique. And the strawberries look awesomely delicious.
Enjoy the Day!!!!!
Joanne
Elena says
That sounds so yummy! I love strawberries but I have become allergic to them 🙁 That is a great tip on using a squeeze bottle for the chocolate! Thanks!
A Primitive Homestead says
Yummy.Blessings! Lara
Swathi Iyer says
Wonderful, delicious and elegant dessert. Strawberry and chocolate marriage is always perfect.
Tammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~ says
Your chocolate filled strawberries are making my mouth water! If we are home by Valentines Day, this is something I want to do! The cookies look great too! Thanks for sharing, Lois!
Blessings,
Tammy
Vee says
As it turns out, I'm having a Valentine get-together so I think that your tips for filling strawberries will be wonderful. Yes, I'm going to give it a whirl. Thanks!
Christine says
I love strawberries and i love chocolate! A perfect match! Thanks for sharing!
Christine
April says
What a neat variation from chocolate dipped strawberries! They look so yummy...as do those cookies!
Beth says
The strawberries and cookies look delicious!
Neighbor Chick says
Lois:
Your strawberries are gorgeous!! Very decadent and perfect for Valentine's Day.
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