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Turn basic items into fancy, homemade chocolates that look just as good as store-bought ones. These strawberry cream-filled treats need just three things but look so professional. They're super simple to whip up and make great presents or party treats.
I've been making chocolates for years now, and I've found that getting the chocolate melted right and watching the temp are the real secrets.
Key Components
- Good Chocolate: Grab melting wafers if you can for dipping
- Strawberry Frosting: One 16 oz can, bought or made at home
- White Chocolate: 12 oz to make filling and garnish
- Parchment Paper: To keep things from sticking
- Fun Extras: Sprinkles or colored sugar if you want
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1. Make Your Filling:
- Put parchment in a 9x9 pan with edges hanging over by 2 inches. Melt white chocolate using a bowl over simmering water (don't let bowl touch water). Keep stirring until it's all smooth. Mix it with your strawberry frosting thoroughly. Spread it all flat in your lined pan. Chill for 30 minutes until it's firm enough to cut.
- 2. Get Chocolate Ready:
- Melt your dipping chocolate using another clean bowl over water or pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring between. If you go the microwave route, use half power. You want smooth, shiny chocolate around 90°F.
- 3. Dip Your Squares:
- Cut your chilled filling into small 1-inch blocks. Use a fork to dunk each block into your melted chocolate. Tap the fork gently on the side to let extra chocolate drip off. Place them on a sheet lined with parchment.
- 4. Make Them Pretty:
- While the chocolate's still wet, make patterns with your fork or drizzle different colored chocolate on top. Add sprinkles now if you want them. Let them harden at room temp or pop in the fridge for 15 minutes.
- 5. Finishing Up:
- Wait until they're completely set before you handle them. Store them with parchment between layers in a sealed container. They'll last two weeks at room temp or a month in the fridge.
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Keeping Your Treats Fresh
Keep your chocolates separated by parchment in a sealed container. They'll stay good for up to two weeks on your counter, or a month in your fridge. If you do refrigerate them, let them warm up before eating so they taste their best.
Tasty Combos
- Some ripe strawberries
- A cup of coffee
- Bubbly for special moments
- A mug of hot cocoa
- Your favorite tea
- Wrapped up nicely for presents
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Flavor Twists
- Try raspberry frosting with dark chocolate
- Mix mint extract into vanilla frosting
- Pair orange frosting with dark chocolate
- Combine lemon frosting with white chocolate
- Use coffee frosting with milk chocolate
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Making these chocolates at home shows you don't need to be a candy shop owner to create amazing treats. With just a handful of ingredients and some care, you'll end up with sweets that look like they came from a fancy bakery and taste incredible too.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I try a different frosting flavor?
- Absolutely! Switch it up with any canned frosting for unique flavors.
- → What’s the best way to store them?
- Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for about two weeks.
- → Are chocolate melts a good alternative?
- Yes! Chocolate wafers or candy melts are easy and work perfectly.
- → Why tap the fork after dipping them?
- This helps get rid of extra chocolate and keeps the edges clean.
- → Can I freeze these?
- Sure! Freeze them in a sealed container for up to three months.