Chocolate-Covered Christmas Penguin Strawberries Recipe
Ingredients
- 5-7 skittles
- 10 large classic strawberries with sepals
- 1 teaspoon of red green and snowflake sprinkles
- 3 ounces’ dark chocolate
- 20 sugar eyes.
Instructions
- Select identical strawberries, check them for stability. Remove cuttings if necessary. Rinse berries in cold water and dry thoroughly in a towel. Spoon the berries onto a plate and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Break the chocolate into slices and melt it in the microwave or on a steam bath.
- Take the strawberries by the sepal and dip them alternately in the chocolate on the right and left sides. Dip with the pointy tip and allow the chocolate to spread over the berry to form the shape of a penguin. Place the future penguins on the board.
- Before the chocolate hardens, place the eyes and beaks (pins cut in half). Put the board with penguins in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Pour the remaining chocolate into a serving plate and sprinkle with sprinkles. Refrigerate the plate as well.
- Arrange the penguins on the plate and serve.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
Arrange these penguin strawberries on a holiday-themed platter, or serve them alongside hot chocolate or Christmas cocktails. For a fun variation, add white mini marshmallows around them on the plate to mimic snow. They’re also great as an edible centerpiece at the dessert table or as individual gifts when packed in a small holiday box.
Closing Tips & Storage Instructions
Storage: These are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
Presentation: Consider dusting a bit of powdered sugar on the plate for a “snowy” effect. Extra Tips: For a firmer coating, stir in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil when melting the chocolate. You can also experiment with adding chopped nuts or edible glitter to give each penguin a unique look.
Presentation: Consider dusting a bit of powdered sugar on the plate for a “snowy” effect. Extra Tips: For a firmer coating, stir in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil when melting the chocolate. You can also experiment with adding chopped nuts or edible glitter to give each penguin a unique look.