Elf Hat Chocolate Strawberries (Print Version)

Festive strawberries dipped in chocolate and styled as charming elf hats for joyful holiday treats.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 20 large fresh strawberries, stems removed

→ Chocolate Coating

02 - 7 oz white chocolate or candy melts
03 - 5 oz green candy melts or green white chocolate
04 - 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)

→ Decorations

05 - 40 mini marshmallows
06 - 40 red and/or white candy pearls or mini candies
07 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (red, white, or green)
08 - Edible glitter (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries ensuring no moisture remains on the surface.
02 - Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, melt the green candy melts or green white chocolate, adding coconut oil if desired to achieve a smoother texture.
04 - Hold each strawberry by the tip and dip the base about two-thirds of the way up into the green chocolate to form the elf hat. Allow excess to drip off.
05 - Quickly dip the very tip of each strawberry into the white chocolate to create the pom-pom detail.
06 - Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
07 - While the chocolate is still wet, affix one mini marshmallow to the tip as the pom-pom and arrange additional marshmallows or sprinkle candies around the base as hat trim.
08 - Add candy pearls or festive sprinkles as desired to enhance decoration.
09 - Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate is firm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect festive appearance for holiday parties
  • Easy to prepare and fun to decorate
02 -
  • Use plant-based chocolate and marshmallows for vegan or dairy-free versions
  • Red candy melts can be used to create Santa hats instead of elf hats
03 -
  • Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to prevent chocolate from seizing
  • Add coconut oil for a smoother melting process and shinier chocolate coating
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