Decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Roses
A simple yet elegant dessert featuring fresh strawberries shaped like roses and dipped in rich, silky chocolate. Perfect for special occasions or a fancy homemade treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh large, firm strawberries with green tops
- 70% dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate (about 8 oz)
- White chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
- Toothpicks or skewers
- Wax or parchment paper
- Optional garnishes: edible gold dust, crushed nuts, sprinkles
Instructions
- Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly to remove all moisture.
- Using a sharp paring knife, make thin vertical slices about 1/8 inch apart halfway up each strawberry to create rose petals, keeping slices connected near the green stem.
- Chop chocolate into small pieces and melt gently in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring often.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil to melted chocolate for shine and smoothness.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem or toothpick and dip into melted chocolate, coating all petals thoroughly.
- Let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl to avoid clumps.
- Place dipped strawberries on parchment-lined baking sheet to set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Optional: drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with crushed nuts or edible glitter once set.
- Allow decorations to set before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature strawberries to prevent chocolate from seizing. Take your time slicing petals thinly for the best rose effect. Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor. If chocolate thickens during dipping, gently warm it again. Avoid overcrowding dipped strawberries while setting to prevent smudging.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate dipped s
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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