Football Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe

Score a touchdown with the Football Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe, the perfect edible treat to celebrate any sporting event or simply satisfy your sweet cravings. This delightful recipe transforms fresh strawberries into adorable footballs, making them incredibly fun and delicious for parties, tailgates, or just a special afternoon snack.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 0

Setting Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 24 strawberries

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 pound fresh strawberries washed and thoroughly dried
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate for variety
1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening optional, for smoother melting and glossier finish
2 ounces white chocolate chips for decorating laces
Piping bag with a thin round tip, or a Ziploc bag with a tiny corner snipped off

Equipment

Microwave-safe bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Piping bag
Ziploc bag

Method

Start by washing your strawberries thoroughly under cool running water. It's crucial to dry them completely using paper towels. Any excess moisture will prevent the chocolate from adhering properly, leading to a less-than-perfect coating. Gently remove the green stems (or "leaves") from each strawberry.
1 pound fresh strawberries
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the coconut oil or shortening (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is mostly melted. Stir until it's completely smooth and glossy. Alternatively, you can melt the chocolate using a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth.
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
Hold each strawberry by the stem end (or the part where the stem was removed) and dip it into the melted chocolate, rotating it to ensure it's evenly coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Place the chocolate-covered strawberry onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Repeat this process with all the strawberries.
1 pound fresh strawberries
Once all the strawberries are dipped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened completely. This ensures a firm base for your football laces.
While the strawberries are chilling, melt the white chocolate chips in a separate microwave-safe bowl (using the same method as for the semi-sweet chocolate). Transfer the melted white chocolate into a piping bag fitted with a very thin round tip, or into a small Ziploc bag with a tiny corner snipped off.
2 ounces white chocolate chips, Piping bag with a thin round tip, or a Ziploc bag with a tiny corner snipped off
Once the semi-sweet chocolate coating is firm, take each strawberry and pipe thin lines of white chocolate across the top to resemble football laces. Aim for simple, parallel lines. Don't worry if your lines aren't perfectly straight; a slightly rustic look adds to the charm!
2 ounces white chocolate chips
Return the decorated strawberries to the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes to allow the white chocolate laces to set completely.

Notes

Keep refrigerated and best enjoyed fresh within 2-3 days. Freezing and reheating are not recommended.