Save Festive, whimsical strawberries dipped in chocolate and decorated to resemble charming elf hats—a delightful holiday treat perfect for parties and gifting.
This recipe brings joy during the holidays; my family always looks forward to these charming elf hat strawberries at our celebrations.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 20 large fresh strawberries, stems removed
- Chocolate Coating: 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate or candy melts, 150 g (5 oz) green candy melts or green white chocolate, 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
- Decorations: 40 mini marshmallows, 40 red and/or white candy pearls or mini candies, 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (red, white, or green), Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Ensure no moisture remains on the surface.
- Step 2:
- Melt white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, melt the green candy melts (or green-tinted white chocolate), adding coconut oil if desired for a smoother texture.
- Step 4:
- Hold each strawberry by the tip and dip the base about two-thirds of the way up into the green chocolate to create the hat. Allow excess to drip off.
- Step 5:
- Quickly dip the very tip of the strawberry into the white chocolate to form the pom-pom.
- Step 6:
- Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 7:
- While the chocolate is still wet, press a mini marshmallow onto the tip for the pom-pom and arrange another mini marshmallow or sprinkle candies around the base for the hats trim.
- Step 8:
- Add candy pearls or sprinkles as desired for extra decoration.
- Step 9:
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate is firm.
Save These strawberries always bring a smile; making them with my children adds extra magic to our holiday traditions.
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowls, parchment-lined baking sheet, small spoons or dipping tools, paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (in chocolate and marshmallows check labels for dairy-free versions). May contain soy and gluten in some candy melts verify ingredients if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 80, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 12 g, Protein 1 g (per serving)
Save Enjoy these charming elf hat strawberries as a festive addition to any holiday party or as a thoughtful homemade gift.