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Chocolate Covered Strawberries (and other snacks)

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Contributed by: BMCs Teaching Kitchen

strawberries

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This is a typical Valentine's Day treat, but can be a great anytime dessert. Try preparing this recipe with the kids in your life, and get creative with toppings! 

Serves:
3 servings
Total Time:
10 minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
5 minutes

Ingredients


Chocolate - 3 oz (½ cup) dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips Strawberries - 12, washed and dried (or blueberries, almonds, peanuts, pineapple, bananas, other fruits and nuts) Toppings - chopped nuts, coconut, mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1
Microwave chocolate in a small bowl on Medium for 1 minutes. Stir, then continue microwaving on Medium in 20-second intervals until melted, stirring after each interval. Or place in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water.
Step 2
Dip strawberries in the melted chocolate. Roll in assorted toppings, if desired. Place strawberries on a plate with parchment paper and let dry.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Serving Size:
4 strawberries serving
Calories:
163 calories Calories
Fat:
6g fat
Saturated Fat:
3g
Carbohydrates:
Net Carb: 14g
Dietary Fiber:
2g
Protein:
1g
Sodium:
0