Do you let the chocolate cool before dipping strawberries?

Let chocolate set at room temperature unless serving immediately then refrigerate 20-30 minutes to speed up the process. Once set, remove Chocolate Covered Strawberries from refrigerator.

How long to let strawberries dry before dipping in chocolate?

Take the strawberries by the green part between your fingers and dip the strawberries into the melted chocolate. Then place on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with chopped chocolate. Put in the fridge to harden for at least 1 hour, better several hours or overnight.

How do you make chocolate dipped strawberries at home?

Wash strawberries and gently pat with paper towels until completely dry. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semisweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon shortening at 50% power; stir until smooth. Dip each strawberry and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze strawberries for 5 minutes.

How to make chocolate dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses?

Place sugar and strawberries in a food processor; process until powdery. Add gelatin; pulse to blend. Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy, adding vanilla if desired. Gradually add gelatin mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved.

What to do with dipped strawberries and Roses?

An elegant edible centerpiece made with dipped strawberries and organic roses can easily be made at home with a Styrofoam florists’ cone. Place them on reception tables for wedding décor, or make a sweet gift for someone special. Months before I’m scheduled to make a wedding cake I go into research mode.

How do you make a dipped strawberry cake?

Melt 12 ounces of vanilla candy wafers (or white chocolate) and dip each strawberry into the candy. Leave a nickel-sized portion of the strawberry uncovered on the backs of each berry (see picture 1). Place them on the parchment and allow them to stand until set, about 1 hour. Choose an 8-inch serving plate or cake stand with a lip.