How Do You Make Dazzling Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Chocolate and strawberries make a scrumptious combination. Follow these easy steps to make chocolate covered strawberries like the pros. Gently wash the strawberries and pat dry with a paper towel. Leave stems attached. Set aside. In a microwave safe bowl, combine 1 cup of chocolate chips (your choice of semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate) and 1 Tablespoon solid shortening. Microwave until melted. Stir until combined. Hold a strawberry by the stem and dip down into the melted chocolate. Place dipped strawberries on wax paper and chill until firm. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.