How To Make White Chocolate Coated Strawberries

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Making white chocolate coated strawberries is a sweet way to show your love. Perfect for a baby shower, bridal shower, weddings, and Valentine’s Day.

These strawberries can be dipped into candy melts, almond bark, melting wafers, chocolate chips, or a bar of white chocolate. 

I’ll show you step by step how easy it is to make and package up.

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• The Best White Chocolate For Strawberries
• How To Prep Strawberries Before Dipping Them
• Chocolate Covered Strawberries With Sprinkles & Toppings 
• Make Ahead & Storage 
• Step by Step Photos and Directions 
• White Chocolate Coated Strawberries

The Best White Chocolate For Strawberries

The best white chocolate for strawberries depends on your budget and how sweet you like your chocolate. 

“White Chocolate” is not actually chocolate because it does not contain cocoa. Many of the premium brands of white chocolate have cocoa butter verses compound chocolate that has a larger percent of oil . You’ll see terms like white chips, wafers, or melts because of this technicality. 

Check out these other chocolate covered treats - Cake Pops Without Frosting and Cakesicles With Cake Mix or Strawberry Crunch Strawberries.

Almond Bark and Candy Melts

Budget friendly compound chocolate options are almond bark and candy melts. They are on the sweeter side but are so easy to melt and dip. 

Dipped Strawberries Using White Candy Melts

Candy melts comes in a variety of colors and flavors, popular choices are white or bright white. If you are not wanting to color them, there are so many colors available to fit your sweet vision. 

It’s so easy to melt in the microwave, dip, and place on a parchment paper to set. 

How To Add Color Candy Melts and Almond Bark 

When coloring candy melts or almond bark, you will need an oil based food coloring. The brand above is from Wilton and called Candy Colors. Do not use gel or water based food coloring, the chocolate will seize up and become clumpy. 

Melt the candy melts or bark as directed on the package. Add a very tiny drop and mix with a spoon, mix and add more if needed.

Premium White Chocolate 

The best white chocolate has cocoa butter which imparts a sweet creamy taste. You’ll find actual white chocolate typically in a bar. Popular premium brands are Ghirardelli, Lindt, and Baker’s. There are other great options from these brands including melting wafers and chips. 

Ghirardelli wafers and chips do not have cocoa butter, but is very popular with professional candy treat makers. It melts easily, has a nice white color, and taste great. I always have baking chips on hand in my pantry for melting and cookies. 

How To Add Color To White Chocolate

If you want to add a hint of color, less is more when it comes to coloring white chocolate. When using an oil based candy coloring put a very small drop at a time into the melted chocolate mixture. Mix well and then add more if needed.

How To Prep Strawberries Before Dipping Them

Rinse the strawberries in a water and vinegar mixture. Dry them with paper towels and let them dry completely on the paper towels. 

Since water and chocolate do not mix well, very dry and room temperature strawberries are best. 

2 Ways To Melt White Chocolate 

The easiest and most convenient way to melt white chocolate is in the microwave on the defrost setting. You can start melting at about 30 seconds remove and mix. Intervals at 10-15 until fully melted and smooth is best for dipping. 

The other popular method is using double boiler on the stovetop. Fill a saucepan a ¼ of the way with water and bring to a simmer and reduce to low heat. Place a stainless steel mixing bowl over it, then add the white chocolate and stir until completely melted. 

How To Thin Out Melted Chocolate 

When melting premium white chocolate or compound chocolate it can be thick at times. To thin it out for easier melting and dipping add a teaspoon of coconut oil, EZ Thin, vegetable shortening or oil

Chocolate Covered Strawberries With Sprinkles & Toppings 

Add a pop of color and crunch with sprinkles and toppings. There are so many options online, in the grocery or party store. 

Right after the strawberry is dipped sprinkle the topping right away for it adhere to the melted chocolate.  

Sprinkles & Toppings

• Rainbow Sprinkles
• Colorful Sands
• Pearls 
• Sugar Dust
• Pearlized Sugar
• Holiday Sprinkles
• Edible Shimmer Spray
• Mini Floral Candy Decorations
• Coconut
• Toasted Nuts 
• Crunchy Sea Salt 
• Mini Chocolate Chips
• Melted Dark Chocolate Drizzle
• Melted Butterscotch Chips 

No Bake Crunch Toppings

Dip the dry fresh strawberries into smooth melted white chocolate then into the a flavorful crunch topping, and let set on parchment paper. 

Check out these quick and easy No Bake Crunch Topping recipes with only 2-3 ingredients. 

Strawberry Shortcake, Banana Pudding, Toasted Almond, Eclair, Nutter Peanut Butter Chocolate, Funfetti Birthday Cake, and S’mores.  

How to Box Chocolate Covered Strawberries For A Gift 

Making chocolate covered strawberries as a gift or party favor is a delicious DIY. I purchase small boxes with clear windows at my local Walmart and craft stores. 

The picture above is a cookie box that came in a package of three. It fits about 4 white chocolate covered strawberries perfectly. You’ll also need mini white muffin liners or cups to put the finished strawberries into. Seal the box and decorate with a colorful ribbon. 

Make Ahead & Storage 

Made ahead chocolate covered strawberries can be left out at room temperature for up to 24 hours wrapped in plastic wrap. Chocolate covered strawberries are really best enjoyed the same day of making them.

Leftover chocolate covered strawberries can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To absorb moisture place two sheets of paper towel dusted lightly with baking soda at the bottom of your storage container. Place a piece of parchment paper on the dusted paper towels, then place your chocolate strawberries on the parchment paper. Wrap the storage container with plastic wrap.

Freeze leftover chocolate covered strawberries in an airtight container for up to 3 months. 

Step by Step Photos and Directions 

2. Grab the white chocolate, fresh strawberries, and coconut oil.

2. To a large bowl add fresh strawberries and fill with water. Add about 3 tablespoons of vinegar and let sit for 5-8 minutes. Drain into a sieve or colander and rinse well.

3. Individual dry them with paper towel and place them on a sheet pan or tray to fully dry and bring to room temperature.

4. Place white chocolate chips, chopped bar, or wafers and coconut oil into a microwavable safe glass bowl.

5. Microwave for about 20-30 seconds, remove and stir. Place back in microwave for 5-10 seconds intervals until smooth.

6. Pierce the top of each strawberry with a toothpick.

7. Dip your fresh strawberry into the chocolate mixture covering about ¾ of the berry. Allow the excess mixture to drip off.

8. Place on back onto the parchment lined plate or sheet pan. Sprinkle with fun toppings or sprinkles if you desire.

9. Allow to fully set for about 15 minutes. Place in the ridge or freezer to set up faster.

10. To drizzle extra white chocolate dip a knife or mini spatula into the chocolate. Make sure it's smooth and warm.

11. Drizzle with long or short strokes, don't worry it does not have to be perfect. Place back into fridge or freezer for 5 minutes to fully set.

12. They are ready to enjoy or gift to a special someone.

13. Place them into small or large gift boxes, each white chocolate covered strawberry in mini cupcake liners. Seal them and decorate the box with ribbon.

14. These yummy strawberries are best enjoyed the same day!! They are so good !!