A Great Gift Idea

Every now and then, you find yourself wanting to give a gift that is a little different from the usual. If there is an event coming up and you want to offer something a little different consider a chocolate covered strawberry.

First of all, forget trying to use frozen strawberries. They don't work. If you want to create a really tasty strawberry covered in chocolate, you will need to use fresh strawberries. Check them for a vibrant red cover and plumpness. Make sure the shape of the strawberry is similar to that of a plump teardrop. If your intention is to prepare a dozen or so as a gift, you can most likely find good candidates at your local supermarket. If the idea is to prepare one large strawberry, look at an organic food market or at your local health food store. In any case, you want to be guaranteed that the strawberry you select is sweet and juicy.

When it comes to dressing up your basic chocolate covered strawberry, let your imagination run wild. You can do a double dip on the strawberry by adding a second coat of white chocolate. Another option is to dress the chocolate covered strawberry with drizzles of white chocolate or creating small bow ties or bells with frosting. If you do decide to garnish with frosting, make sure it is the type that will harden and keep its shape.

Making a chocolate covered strawberry for a gift is relatively easy and inexpensive. With a little effort, you can create an offering that is sure to bring a smile to the lips of a loved one.