2006-09-02 14:19:18 · 16 answers · asked by Princess 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
dip them in a little sugar before you dip them in the hot melted chocolate...when they dry the choc should not move
2006-09-02 14:22:01 · answer #1 · answered by T S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure the strawberries are dry. Dip them in the chocolate and let them set for at least 30 minutes. Once the chocolate hardens, it just forms on the strawberries.
2006-09-02 22:00:02 · answer #2 · answered by copchick2m7 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
60 large fresh strawberries, with stems left intact
1 (12-ounce) package semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup half and half cream
1 to 2 tablespoons brandy, your favorite liqueur, or 2 teaspoons prepared coffee
Line a baking sheet or cookie pan with waxed paper. Wash the strawberries and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels; set aside. NOTE: Make sure the strawberries are completely dry. Even a drop of water in the melted chocolate can cause it to "seize" and turn the entire mixture into a grainy mess.
If you use refrigerated strawberries, allow tehm to come to room temperature a few hours before dipping it in the melted chocolate. If you use cold fruit, condensation will form and that will prevent the chocolate from sticking.
Using one of the below methods, melt the chocolate chips:
Methods of Melting Chocolate:
Double Boiler:
In the top of a double boiler over hot water, not boiling water (don't let the bottom of the bowl touch the water, melt chocolate; add cream, stirring until smooth. NOTE: Be careful boiling water may cause steam droplets to get into chocolate which can result in "seizing," when the chocolate becomes stiff and grainy. NOTE: If you don't have a double boiler you can improvise one by placing a glass or stainless steel bowl over a pot of simmering water. Remove from heat and blend in brandy, liqueur, or coffee. Let the chocolate cool slightly, but it should not set.
Microwave Melting Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips using either the defrost setting or 10-percent power in the microwave.
Microwave for 1 minute, then check and stir. If you need more time, do it in 10-20 seconds intervals and check and stir after each addition of microwave time. Remove the container from the microwave and stir the chocolate until completely melted. Baking chips and baking chocolate may appear formed and un-melted after heating but will become fluid after stirring. Blend in cream, brandy, liqueur, or coffee.
HOW TO DIP: Grasp the stem or green leaves of the strawberry and dip into the chocolate and swirl in chocolate to partially cover. Give the strawberry a little shake as you withdraw it from the chocolate (this will fill in all the cracks and leave a nice even line of of chocolate at the base.) When the strawberry is completely withdrawn from the chocolate, swirl it in a quick, clockwise motion to let the excess chocolate drip off. Place on the prepared cookie sheet. Repeat with the rest of the strawberries.
Either place strawberries into refrigerator or set aside to allow the chocolate to harden, about 30 minutes. Transfer fruit onto a serving platter to serve.
NOTE: The chocolate dipped strawberries are best if eaten within 24 hours - refrigerate for longer storage, but serve at room temperature for greatest flavor.
2006-09-03 00:25:40 · answer #3 · answered by dlcarnall 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh, now I have craving for chocolate covered strawberries! That sounds so good! But as far as the chocolate sticking, just make sure they are dry, dip them, and put them on a cookie sheet which you then put in the refrigerator. yum! Love chocolate covered strawberries!
2006-09-02 22:11:40 · answer #4 · answered by poppet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is special dipping sauce from chocolate that I've tried and it really works well, find it in the baking/chocolate chip section of your grocery store. There are several brands and different stores carry different brands.
I think the main key though is to make sure the strawberry is dry, the chocolate is super hot, and then you pop them in the fridge to cool them quickly right after dipping.
Enjoy - mmm!
2006-09-02 21:41:32 · answer #5 · answered by jesskay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dip them in the chocolate and lay them on a cookie sheet and put in freezer for short time.
2006-09-02 21:25:27 · answer #6 · answered by Chick with pets 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Add paraffin to the chocolate
2006-09-03 00:11:46 · answer #7 · answered by abracadabragal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's the chocolate that hardens fast.
2006-09-02 21:40:23 · answer #8 · answered by luckistrike 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
after u dip em in chocolate put them in the refrigerator
2006-09-02 21:27:14 · answer #9 · answered by Angel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure your stawberries are dry. I read where someone uses her hairdryer on the no heat setting to dry them.
2006-09-02 21:21:22 · answer #10 · answered by knittinmama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋