This is a classic Valentine’s Day dessert that you can make yourself. This recipe couldn’t be easier – there are only 2 ingredients. And it happens to be healthy, especially when made with dark chocolate. I know strawberries aren’t in season in February. (I do try to buy seasonally.) But I make an exception for Valentine’s Day. Try to buy organic strawberries if you can find them.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), finely chopped
- 20 fresh strawberries, washed and dried completely
Directions:
- Place chocolate in a bowl set over simmering water (or use a double boiler if you have one).
- Stir chocolate occasionally until melted. Remove from heat.
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
- One at a time, dip each strawberry in the melted chocolate, twirling to coat.
- Place the strawberries on the baking sheet with waxed paper and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
Note: If you want to make these even fancier, sprinkle the chocolate-covered part of the strawberries in finely chopped pistachios or almonds.