Chilled Dark Chocolate-Dipped Spooky Strawberries Recipe
Delightfully spooky and delicious, these Chilled Dark Chocolate-Dipped Spooky Strawberries are perfect for Halloween or any fun occasion. Fresh strawberries dipped in rich dark chocolate, decorated with white chocolate drizzles and candy eyes, create a playful treat that’s both visually striking and irresistibly tasty.
- Author: lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20-25 strawberries 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Dipping and Decorating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fruits
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and dried thoroughly
Chocolate
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped or use dark chocolate chips
- 2 ounces white chocolate, chopped or use white chocolate chips
Decorations & Others
- Candy eyes, small or medium size (available at baking supply stores)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- Wax or parchment paper
- Prepare Strawberries: Ensure the strawberries are completely dry after washing since any moisture can cause the chocolate to seize and not coat properly.
- Line Baking Sheet: Lay wax or parchment paper on a baking sheet to prevent the chocolate-coated strawberries from sticking once placed.
- Melt Dark Chocolate: Combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a heatproof bowl, then melt using a double boiler or microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and fully melted.
- Dip Strawberries: Hold each strawberry by its green stem and dip it into the melted dark chocolate, coating about two-thirds of the berry. Let the excess chocolate drip off back into the bowl.
- Place on Baking Sheet: Set the chocolate-coated strawberries on the lined baking sheet. Repeat the dipping process for all strawberries.
- Melt White Chocolate: Use the same melting method for the white chocolate as you did for the dark chocolate to get a smooth melt.
- Decorate with White Chocolate: Using a small spoon or piping bag, drizzle white chocolate over the dark-coated strawberries to create mummy-like or other spooky patterns.
- Add Candy Eyes: While the white chocolate is still wet, stick two candy eyes on each strawberry to give them a spooky, fun appearance.
- Chill to Set: Transfer the decorated strawberries to the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden completely.
- Serve or Store: Serve the spooky strawberries chilled, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours to keep them fresh.
Notes
- Make sure strawberries are dried thoroughly to ensure chocolate coats smoothly.
- Use high-quality chocolate for better taste and smoother texture.
- Coconut oil is optional but helps the chocolate dip glide easily and set with a shiny finish.
- Candy eyes are available at most baking or craft stores around Halloween.
- Store strawberries in the refrigerator and consume within 48 hours for optimal freshness.
- Customize designs by changing the white chocolate drizzle patterns or using colored candy decorations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 strawberries
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spooky strawberries, dark chocolate strawberries, Halloween desserts, chocolate dipped strawberries, festive treats