# Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 - 20 large fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried, leaves intact
→ Chocolate
02 - 7 ounces high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
→ Optional Toppings
03 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted nuts (e.g., pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts)
04 - 2 tablespoons white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)
05 - 2 tablespoons sprinkles or edible glitter
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to set the dipped strawberries.
02 - Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Hold each strawberry by the leaves and dip into melted chocolate, turning to coat evenly.
04 - Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place strawberries on the prepared sheet.
05 - Immediately sprinkle 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 remaining strawberries.
07 - Let the chocolate set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or refrigerate briefly for quicker setting.
08 - Serve chilled or at room temperature.
