Luxury Chocolate Covered Strawberries – Better Than Store-Bought
These luxury chocolate covered strawberries are inspired by Dubai’s gourmet flavors and TikTok viral recipes. I made them with rich chocolate, edible gold, and Middle Eastern ingredients like saffron and camel milk chocolate.
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients:
- 6 large ripe strawberries – preferably organic with green leaves intact
- 150 g 5 oz dark chocolate or camel milk chocolate high-quality brand like Patchi, Mirzam, or couverture for smooth coating
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil or butter – optional to make the melted chocolate shinier and smoother
Optional Luxury Toppings:
- 1 sheet edible gold leaf or ½ teaspoon edible gold dust – for a shimmering finish
- 4–5 saffron threads – steeped in 1 tablespoon warm cream for Middle Eastern aroma
- 1 teaspoon rosewater or 1 teaspoon date syrup – for floral or caramel sweetness
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios or almonds – for garnish and crunch
- 1 tablespoon edible rose petals – optional for garnish and fragrance
Instructions
Preparing the Strawberries
- Choose firm, bright red strawberries with green leaves intact.
- Rinse under cold water and pat completely dry with a paper towel.
- Ensure no moisture remains — even a single drop can stop chocolate from sticking.
Melting the Chocolate for a Smooth Coating
- Double-boiler method: Add 150g chocolate to a heatproof bowl placed over simmering water (don’t let the bowl touch the water). Stir until melted.
- Microwave method: Heat chocolate in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and creamy.
- Pro Tip: If the chocolate thickens, add ½ teaspoon coconut oil or butter and stir for shine.
Adding the Dubai Twist
- For saffron flavor: Mix the saffron-infused cream into melted chocolate for floral taste.
- For rose flavor: Add 1 teaspoon rosewater before dipping.
- For a luxury finish: Press edible gold leaf or dust with gold powder on top.
Dipping & Decorating
- Hold each strawberry by the leaves and dip into the melted chocolate, swirling gently.
- Place on parchment paper.
- While the chocolate is wet, sprinkle pistachios, almonds, or rose petals, or drizzle date syrup on top.
Sett the Chocolate
- Place dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined tray.
- Let them cool at room temperature or in the fridge for 15–20 minutes until firm.
- Avoid touching until fully hardened.
Notes
- Dry strawberries completely before dipping to ensure chocolate sticks.
- Use couverture chocolate for a glossy finish.
- Edible gold and saffron add a luxurious touch, perfect for special occasions.