Chocolate Strawberry Hearts

Looking for a delicious dessert that will impress your special someone? Look no further than this Chocolate Strawberry Heart recipe! With its combination of rich chocolate and sweet strawberries, this dessert is sure to melt hearts and satisfy taste buds. Plus, its heart-shaped design adds an extra touch of love to the presentation. Whether you're celebrating Mother's Day or just want to show someone how much you care, these chocolate strawberry hearts are the perfect way to do it.

DIETARY: V, VEG, DF, GF, EF, NF

ALLERGENS: /

AGE GROUP: 12 months+

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner

SERVES: 25

PREP: 30 mins

EQUIPMENT: High-speed food processor

INGREDIENTS:

500g strawberries 

150g 70% dark chocolate, melted 

METHOD:

1. Rinse and gently pat-dry the strawberries. 

2. With a small, sharp knife, in a circular motion, carve out the stem of the strawberry. 

3. Slice the strawberry in half. 

4. At the top centre of each berry half, cut a small V-shape. 

5. Gently insert a wooden stick at the bottom of the heart shape. 

6. Dip strawberries in melted chocolate or drizzle chocolate over the strawberry heart. Place on baking paper in the fridge until chocolate firms. 

STORING LEFTOVERS:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 4 months.

TIPS:

• Easy ingredient swaps: 
  Swap strawberries for banana hearts. 

• Additional boosters: 
  Sprinkle dipped chocolate hearts with shredded coconut, crushed seeds or freeze-dried berry powder.  

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