Valentine Chocolate Strawberry Bouquet (Printable)

Fresh strawberries enveloped in smooth chocolate, arranged as a charming bouquet for festive moments.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 12 large fresh strawberries with stems

→ Chocolate Coating

02 - 4 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
03 - 2 oz white chocolate, chopped (optional)

→ Decoration

04 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, or hazelnuts), optional
05 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut, optional
06 - Edible glitter or heart-shaped sprinkles, optional

→ Assembly

07 - 12 wooden skewers
08 - Floral tape or ribbon
09 - Tissue paper or cellophane for wrapping

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, ensuring they are completely dry.
02 - Insert a wooden skewer into the stem end of each strawberry, pushing in gently to secure.
03 - Melt semisweet or dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
04 - Holding a skewer, dip each strawberry into melted chocolate, swirling to coat evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place on prepared baking sheet.
05 - If desired, immediately sprinkle with nuts, coconut, or sprinkles before chocolate sets.
06 - Melt white chocolate and drizzle over strawberries for decorative effect if desired.
07 - Refrigerate strawberries for at least 15 minutes until chocolate is completely set.
08 - Gather skewered strawberries into a bouquet shape. Secure the stems together with floral tape or ribbon.
09 - Wrap the base with tissue paper or cellophane for a festive presentation.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with only 30 minutes of preparation time.
  • A beautiful and romantic presentation for special gifts.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
  • Fully customizable with various toppings like nuts, coconut, or sprinkles.
02 -
  • Work in small batches to ensure the chocolate stays at the right consistency for dipping.
  • Use a tall glass to hold the skewers upright if you prefer to let the chocolate set without a flat side.
  • Ensure your white chocolate is melted gently to prevent it from becoming lumpy.
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