Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh strawberries with hulls intact
  • 9 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher), finely chopped
  • 1 tsp refined coconut oil

Instructions:

  1. Wash the 1 lb of strawberries gently and pat them dry with paper towels until no moisture remains on the skin. Note: Even a single drop of water can cause the chocolate to seize.
  2. Use a serrated knife to finely chop the 9 oz of dark chocolate. Note: Small pieces melt faster and more evenly than large chunks.
  3. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Ensure the surface is completely flat.
  4. Place the chocolate and 1 tsp of refined coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl.
  5. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir thoroughly. Repeat until the mixture is 80% melted.
  6. Continue stirring outside the microwave until the residual heat melts the remaining bits until the liquid is glossy.
  7. Hold a strawberry by the green hull and submerge it into the chocolate. Rotate to coat all sides evenly.
  8. Lift the berry and shake it gently over the bowl until the heavy dripping stops.
  9. Lay the berry on the parchment paper. Allow it to sit undisturbed for 30 minutes.
  10. Place the tray in the fridge for 10 mins until the chocolate is firm to the touch.