There are umpteen number of recipes of chocolate dipped strawberries and with each passing day new renditions are being developed. Each recipe tries to bring out a new flavor using chocolate and strawberries. Variety of chocolates are available in the market, each chocolate has a different flavor and taste. Dark chocolate, white chocolate, mint chocolate, chocolate with nuts, spicy chocolates are just a few of the many varieties that are found on the confectionery shelf. Strawberries are of three types June bearing, Eve bearing and Day Neutral. Crops that are produced in June are called June bearing and are bigger in size. Eve bearing is harvested in late summer or early fall. Day Neutral are produced in summer. Both Eve bearing and Day Neutral are smaller in size as compared to June bearing berries. Even dried strawberries are used for the chocolate dip recipe; this gives a unique taste to the dish.
The chocolate dipped strawberries dish tastes delightful if it is made of fresh fruits. Therefore try this recipe when it is strawberry season. While preparing the sweet dish see to it that the strawberries are as fresh and ripe without any green color on them. This would retain the sweetness instead of the sour taste dominating the preparation. Cleaning the strawberries and removing the stalks is vital to retain the original flavor of strawberry. Once washed the strawberries should be dried completely so that they can absorb the chocolate wholly. Pouring melted chocolate will help soak the fruit completely. Remember to consume the chocolate dipped strawberries the same day for that ultimate taste. Of course you could use the refrigerator but this tends to harden the chocolate and the original taste is lost in the process.
Chocolate dipped strawberries are very expensive and hence it is advised to try them at home. With practice you are sure to become an expert. Instead of spending huge amount for this dish you can choose fine quality chocolates and strawberries and make them at home. You will notice that you have saved quite a bit in the process. The whole process is simple and all you need to have is plump and colorful strawberries and some fresh chocolate. Organic strawberries can add that extra flavor to the sweet dish. Instead of going for imported strawberries wait for the right season and buy them fresh. Decorating chocolate dipped strawberries with spices and nuts can give an enriching effect.
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