Save Celebrate the holiday season with these Elf Hat Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, a festive dessert that brings whimsy and delight to any gathering. Sweet, juicy strawberries are dipped in vibrant green and white chocolate, then decorated to look like charming elf hats—perfect for parties, gifting, or just adding a touch of magic to your dessert table.
Save Using fresh strawberries as the base offers a burst of natural sweetness paired beautifully with creamy chocolate coatings. The bright green chocolate transforms simple fruit into playful elf hats, while mini marshmallows and candy pearls add delightful texture and festive colors.
Ingredients
- 20 large fresh strawberries, stems removed
- 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)
- 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
- 1. Prepare the strawberries
- Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Ensure no moisture remains on the surface.
- 2. Melt white chocolate
- Melt white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
- 3. Melt green chocolate
- In a separate bowl, melt the green candy melts (or green-tinted white chocolate), adding coconut oil if desired for a smoother texture.
- 4. Dip strawberries for hats
- 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.
- 5. Add white tip
- Quickly dip the very tip of the strawberry into the white chocolate to form the pom-pom.
- 6. Place on baking sheet
- Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 7. Attach marshmallow decorations
- 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 hat's trim.
- 8. Add extra decorations
- Add candy pearls or sprinkles as desired for extra decoration.
- 9. Let chocolate set
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate is firm.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Für eine geschmeidigere Schokolade kann 1 Teelöffel Kokosöl während des Schmelzprozesses hinzugefügt werden. Achten Sie darauf, die Erdbeeren vollständig zu trocknen, um ein Klumpen des Schokoladenüberzugs zu vermeiden. Das Abtropfen der Schokolade verhindert unschöne Tropfen und sorgt für ein sauberes Finish.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Für vegane oder milchfreie Varianten verwenden Sie pflanzliche Schokolade und Marshmallows. Statt der grünen Schokolade können rote Candy Melts verwendet werden, um die Erdbeeren als Weihnachtsmannmützen zu gestalten. Für einen zusätzlichen Glanz kann essbarer Glitzer zum Dekorieren hinzugefügt werden.
Serviervorschläge
Diese Elf Hat Chocolate Dipped Strawberries sind ein herrlicher Hingucker auf Weihnachtspartys und eignen sich hervorragend als süßes Geschenk. Servieren Sie sie auf einer hübschen Platte mit anderen festlichen Leckereien oder arrangieren Sie sie in kleinen Geschenkboxen für liebe Menschen.
Save With simple ingredients and festive creativity, these Elf Hat Chocolate Dipped Strawberries bring charm and deliciousness to your celebrations. Whether you’re delighting guests or gifting loved ones, they’re a joyful way to celebrate the season's sweetness.
Recipe Guide
- → What type of chocolate works best for dipping?
White chocolate or candy melts provide a smooth coating, while green candy melts add vibrant color to create the hat feature.
- → How do I prevent strawberries from getting soggy?
Ensure strawberries are thoroughly washed and completely dry before dipping to keep the chocolate coating firm and avoid sogginess.
- → Can I make this treat dairy-free?
Yes, using plant-based chocolate and dairy-free mini marshmallows will create a vegan-friendly version without compromising flavor.
- → What’s the best way to decorate the elf hats?
Use mini marshmallows for pom-poms and candy pearls or festive sprinkles to add colorful trims and sparkle to the hats.
- → How long should the dipped strawberries set before serving?
Allow them to set at room temperature or refrigerate for about 10 minutes until the chocolate is firm and decorations stay in place.