Chocolate Strawberry Skewers (Printable)

Juicy strawberries coated in smooth chocolate and garnished for a perfect bite-sized delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 24 large fresh strawberries, hulled

→ Chocolate

02 - 7 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
03 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or neutral vegetable oil

→ Garnishes (optional)

04 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
05 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
06 - 2 tablespoons white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry strawberries. Hull if not already done.
02 - Thread 3 strawberries onto each skewer and set aside.
03 - Melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
04 - Line a tray with parchment paper to place dipped skewers on.
05 - Hold each skewer and dip strawberries partially or fully into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
06 - Place skewers on the lined tray and sprinkle with pistachios or shredded coconut while chocolate is wet, if desired.
07 - Drizzle melted white chocolate over the dipped strawberries for a decorative touch.
08 - Refrigerate skewers for 15 minutes until chocolate has set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look elegant enough to serve at a dinner party but take less time than it takes to watch a cooking show episode.
  • The contrast between juicy strawberries and snappy chocolate feels indulgent without actually being complicated.
  • You can make them ahead and keep them waiting in the fridge, which means less last-minute panic.
02 -
  • Dry strawberries are non-negotiable—I learned this the hard way when moisture on the berries caused the chocolate to bead up like I was dipping them in wax.
  • The oil in the chocolate isn't optional; it keeps everything smooth and prevents that thick, gritty texture that happens when chocolate cools too quickly.
  • Work in batches when garnishing so your chocolate stays wet enough to hold toppings; rushing through all the dipping first means the chocolate will be set before you sprinkle.
03 -
  • If your chocolate refuses to stay smooth and keeps getting thick, add just a tiny bit more oil—half a teaspoon at a time—but be careful not to water it down.
  • Chill your finished skewers in the freezer for 10 minutes instead of the fridge if you want the chocolate to set faster and stay extra snappy.
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