Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

The simplest version of chocolate-covered strawberries I know. Paraffin was originally used instead of shortening. White chocolate may be drizzled over the milk chocolate for a fancier look. They are perfect for weddings when decorated with frosting bow ties, bells, butterflies, roses, etc.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 115 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 16 ounces milk chocolate chips
• toothpicks
• 1 pound fresh strawberries with leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt chocolate and shortening in a double boiler, stirring occasionally until smooth.

Step 2

Insert toothpicks into tops (stem ends) of strawberries. Hold a strawberry by the toothpick and dip it into the chocolate mixture.

Step 3

Turn the strawberry upside down and insert the toothpick into a Styrofoam block or place strawberry on a sheet of waxed paper; allow chocolate coating to cool. Repeat with remaining strawberries.