Let’s celebrate Independence Day with 4th of July Chocolate Covered Strawberries. These Patriotic Chocolate-Covered Strawberries are a great addition to add to your dessert table and celebrate the festivities of this independence day.
Arrange them on a patriotic-themed platter or place them in cupcake liners to decorate your table. Add some cookies for your dessert table as well and why not try my Italian Wedding Cookies. Decorate them with red, white and blue sprinkles to match the festive celebration.
The contrast between the juicy freshness of the strawberries and the creamy richness of the chocolate coating are so delicious!
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Growing up, our family events were always centered around food and the joy of being together. I can remember the first time I made chocolate-covered strawberries for my daughter’s christening. I wanted to add a dessert other than cake and cookies. I found the largest, sweet strawberries and covered them with creamy milk chocolate. I served them on a big platter and watched them disappear. The strawberries were a big hit. From that moment they became a staple at my family events.
Depending on the type of event, I would decorate them to match the occasion. Changing the color and flavor of chocolate and adding fun and festive candy or sprinkles. They make a great addition to any dessert table.
What is the best way to melt chocolate for dipping?
Microwave the white chocolate in short intervals, stirring in between until smooth. This prevents overheating and ensures a silky texture.
How far in advance can I make 4th of July Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Chocolate-covered strawberries are best made on the day they’ll be served to ensure freshness. If necessary, they can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator.
Helpful Kitchen Tools:
Merckens Coating Melting Wafers White melting chocolate, 2 pounds
GranAroma Blue Sanding Sugar, Decorative Sprinkles, Cakes & Cookies, Bakery Staple (6.7 Ounce)DecoPac Patriotic Star Quins, 16.5oz, Fancy Sprinkles Shaped Like Stars In Red, White & Blue, Candy Sprinkles in Handheld Container, Edible Sprinkles For Celebration Cakes, Cupcakes, CookiesBakers Choice Blue Sprinkles for Baking – Jimmies Sprinkles for Ice Cream Toppings – Dairy Free, Kosher 2.8 oz.Reynolds Kitchens Pop-Up Parchment Paper Sheets, 10.7×13.6 Inch, 30 SheetsCuisinart Chef’s Classic Nonstick Bakeware 15-Inch Baking Sheet, Champagne
Main Ingredients Needed:
- Large Strawberries
- White Chocolate
- Blue Sugar Crystals
- Red, White & Blue candy stars, optional
Blue sugar crystals are sweet, if you prefer less sugar you can also use blue sprinkles.
Just want chocolate? Put a few drops of blue food coloring in the white chocolate and dip the end of the strawberry with blue chocolate.
Tips:
- Ensure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
Step by step instructions to make 4th of July Chocolate Covered Strawberries:
1. Wash and dry the strawberries.
2. Melt chocolate in the microwave for 30 second intervals, stirring after every 30 seconds, until chocolate is smooth.
3. Dip the strawberry in the melted chocolate, covering 3/4 of the strawberry. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
4. Place strawberry on the lined baking sheet. Complete dipping all the strawberries. Place in the fridge for chocolate to dry.
5. Dip bottom tip of strawberry into white chocolate then into blue sugar. Place back onto tray. With a toothpick add a small drop of chocolate to the candy star and place onto the strawberry. Place tray back in the fridge until chocolate is dry.
How should I store chocolate-covered strawberries?
Store them in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’re best enjoyed within 24 hours of making them. Line container with a paper towel to absorb any liquid that forms.
Print4th Of July Chocolate Strawberries
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: dessert
Ingredients
12 Large Strawberries
1 cup white Chocolate
Blue sugar crystals
1/2 cup Candy Stars, optional
Instructions
1. Wash and dry 12 large strawberries.
2. Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper, and a small bowl with 1/2 cup of blue sugar or sprinkles.
3. In a small microwavable bowl, add one cup of white chocolate. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after every 30 seconds until smooth.
4. Hold the strawberry by the stem and dip into the chocolate covering about 3/4 of the strawberry Let excess chocolate drip off. Place strawberry onto the lined baking sheet. Continue until all strawberries are dipped into the chocolate.
5. Place tray of strawberries into the refrigerator for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the chocolate is dry. Remove tray.
6. One strawberry at a time, dip just the bottom tip into the white chocolate and then into the blue sugar. Carefully place the strawberry back on the baking sheet. Continue until all strawberries are completed.
7. With a toothpick or small spoon put a drop of chocolate on the back of the candy star and place in the middle of the strawberry.
8. Place baking sheet back into the refrigerator for 10 minutes or until they are dry.
