Barefoot Contessa's Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Recipe

Recreate Ina Garten's romantic breakfast-for-dinner masterpiece! These decadent chocolate-dipped strawberries are the perfect sweet treat for a special occasion or a cozy night in. Inspired by the Barefoot Contessa herself (see recipes #85443, #85447, and #85451 for the full menu!), this easy recipe delivers rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate and perfectly ripe strawberries. Impress your loved ones with this elegant yet simple dessert – it's quicker than you think!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 188 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.5 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barefoot Contessa's Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

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How to Make Barefoot Contessa's Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

  1. Fill a saucepan with about 2 inches of water and bring to a simmer over low heat.
  2. Place a heat-safe glass bowl on top of the saucepan, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water (double boiler method).
  3. Add 8 ounces of finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate and 1/4 cup heavy cream to the bowl.
  4. Whisk constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
  5. Gently wash and dry 1 pound of fresh strawberries. Remove the green tops.
  6. Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated.
  7. Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

31g

Carbs

8g