Healthy Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (Clean Eating Approved)
Fresh, juicy strawberries dipped in rich dark chocolate and topped with crunchy hazelnuts. This clean eating approved dessert is simple, elegant, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for special occasions or a wholesome sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 strawberries
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups medium-large strawberries (18–20 strawberries), washed and completely dried
- 1 cup chopped high-quality dark chocolate or dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons roasted chopped hazelnuts (or nuts of choice)
Instructions
- Gently rinse strawberries under cool water and pat completely dry with paper towels.
- Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat.
- Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip the lower half into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place dipped strawberries onto the prepared tray and immediately sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
- Refrigerate uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve once hardened or keep chilled until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to help chocolate adhere properly.
- Melt chocolate gently to prevent overheating and dull finish.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- Store in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Do not freeze, as strawberries release moisture when thawed.
- Microwave melting option: heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
