Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Chocolate-covered strawberries are a simple yet elegant treat that combine the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with the indulgence of rich, smooth chocolate. They’re perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day or as a fun snack for any time!

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces milk chocolate chips

• 2 tablespoons shortening

• 1 pound fresh strawberries with leaves

• Toothpicks
  
  

Directions:

1. Melt the chocolate and shortening together in a double boiler, stirring occasionally until smooth.

2. Insert toothpicks into the stems of the strawberries.

3. Hold each strawberry by the toothpick and dip it into the melted chocolate, covering about ¾ of the strawberry.

4. Turn the strawberry upside down and insert the toothpick into a Styrofoam block or place the strawberry on a piece of wax paper. Allow the chocolate to set and cool.

5. Repeat the process for the remaining strawberries and allow them to cool completely.

6. Enjoy!
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 115 kcal

• Total Fat: 7g

• Saturated Fat: 4g

• Cholesterol: 6mg

• Sodium: 31mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 13g

• Dietary Fiber: 0g

• Sugars: 11g

• Protein: 1g

• Vitamin C: 11mg

• Calcium: 28mg

• Iron: 0mg

• Potassium: 29mg