# Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 - 20 large fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried, leaves intact
→ Chocolate
02 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
→ Optional Toppings
03 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted nuts (e.g., pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts)
04 - 2 tbsp white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)
05 - 2 tbsp sprinkles or edible glitter
# Instructions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the leaves and dip it into the melted chocolate, twirling to coat evenly.
04 - Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place the dipped strawberry onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet.
05 - Immediately sprinkle with chopped nuts or sprinkles if desired before the chocolate sets. For white chocolate drizzle, wait until dark chocolate has set, then drizzle melted white chocolate using a fork or piping bag.
06 - Continue dipping and decorating the remaining strawberries using the same method.
07 - Let the chocolate set at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, or refrigerate briefly to speed the process.
08 - Serve the strawberries chilled or at room temperature.
