Heart-shaped chocolate-covered strawberries are a delightful and romantic treat perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or anniversaries. To create them, fresh strawberries are carefully selected and washed before being dipped in rich, melted chocolate. The strawberries are then arranged in a heart shape on a tray or platter. The glossy chocolate coating adds a sweet and indulgent layer to the juicy strawberries, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. This simple yet elegant dessert is not only visually appealing but also a delicious expression of love and affection.

Heart Shaped Chocolate Strawberries:

Ingredients:

• Fresh strawberries (washed and dried)
• Dark or milk chocolate (chopped)
• White chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
• Parchment paper

Instructions:

Prepare the Strawberries:

Ensure the strawberries are clean and completely dry. Moisture can prevent the chocolate from adhering properly.

Cutting the Strawberries:

Slice the tops off the strawberries, creating a flat surface.
Cut each strawberry in half vertically to create two equal-sized pieces.

Shape into Hearts:

Take each half and shape it into a heart by gently pinching the pointed end to form a v-shape. You can also use a small knife to trim the sides if needed.

Melt the Chocolate:

Place the chopped dark or milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
Make sure the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Use a double boiler or microwave in brief bursts while stirring in between.

Dip the Strawberries:

Hold the strawberry by the green stem, dip it into the melted chocolate, and coat it evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.

Set on Parchment Paper:

Place the chocolate-covered strawberry on a parchment paper-lined tray. Make sure they are not touching each other to prevent sticking.

Cooling:

Allow the chocolate to set. You can speed up the process by placing the tray in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.

Optional White Chocolate Drizzle:

Melt white chocolate in the same way as dark/milk chocolate.
Use a fork or a piping bag to drizzle the melted white chocolate over the set dark/milk chocolate-covered strawberries.

Final Touch:

Allow the white chocolate drizzle to set.

Once completely set, arrange the heart-shaped chocolate-covered strawberries on a plate and serve.
These heart-shaped chocolate-covered strawberries make for a lovely and indulgent treat, perfect for special occasions or as a sweet surprise for your loved ones. Enjoy!

Should Strawberries be Cold Before Dipping in Chocolate?

Yes, it’s a good idea to have the strawberries cold before dipping them in chocolate. Chilled strawberries help the chocolate to set quickly, creating a nice, firm coating.

Before dipping, make sure the strawberries are dry, as any moisture on the strawberries can cause the chocolate to seize, becoming grainy and difficult to work with. Once dipped, you can let the chocolate-covered strawberries set in the refrigerator for a short time to ensure a quick and firm coating.