Jodi Jefferson is the owner of Busy Bee Baking Company, a veteran-owned and operated bakery specializing in custom-order delicious cakes and desserts. Make your own chocolate-dipped strawberries this Valentine’s Day with her guidance. You can also visit her Facebook page to see her full menu and place an order.
Ingredients
Strawberries
Chocolate (milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate)
Shortening
Topping ingredients (finely chopped nuts, sprinkles, crushed candy, etc.)
Directions
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Rinse the strawberries under cold water and dry them thoroughly. Set the washed and dried berries on a side towel and plate while you prep the baking sheet and chocolate.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Prepare topping ingredients and place in bowls.
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Add two tablespoons of shortening for every 12 ounces of chocolate. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-40 second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Dip the strawberries one at a time. Pick strawberry up by the stem and dip it into the chocolate, bottom first. Gently rotate the strawberry as you pull it out of the chocolate, dragging the back side off the edge of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate.
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Optional: Dip the strawberry into prepared toppings.
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Place the strawberry onto the baking sheet and repeat. Drizzle extra chocolate over strawberries. Strawberries are best enjoyed once the chocolate has set.
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