Festive Ghost Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Delicious Festive Ghost Chocolate Covered Strawberries recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberries (I prefer Driscoll's for their consistent size)
- 7 oz white chocolate wafers (I use Ghirardelli for the smoothest melt)
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 tube black decorating icing
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it nearby your work area. Rinse the strawberries gently under cold water and pat them completely dry with paper towels—any moisture will prevent the chocolate from adhering properly. Keep the strawberries at room temperature so the warm chocolate coating sets quickly and evenly on contact.
- Combine the white chocolate wafers and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the mixture is completely smooth and pourable—this typically takes 1 to 1.5 minutes total. The coconut oil helps thin the chocolate slightly for easier dipping without making it taste coconutty. I like to use a rubber spatula for stirring because it scrapes the sides better and prevents lumps from forming.
- Working quickly while the chocolate is still warm, grasp each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the melted white chocolate from Step 2, coating it completely but leaving the stem exposed. Place each dipped strawberry point-side down on the prepared parchment paper. Once all strawberries are dipped, transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for 5 minutes until the chocolate coating is set and firm to the touch.
- Remove the chilled strawberries from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 1 minute so the icing adheres better. Using the black decorating icing tube, pipe two small dots for eyes and a curved line for a mouth on each white-chocolate-covered strawberry to create a ghost face. I recommend piping the eyes first, then the mouth, as it's easier to balance the expression once the eyes are in place.
- Arrange the decorated ghost strawberries on a serving plate or platter. Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor and texture, or keep chilled until ready to serve. They're best enjoyed within a few hours of decorating while the chocolate coating remains crisp.