It’s a universal truth that chocolate-covered strawberries are great for romance, but if you do them right, they can be good for your heart too. The resveratol and flavonoids in dark chocolate are powerful antioxidants. Coconut oil contains lauric acid, a “good” saturated fat that has been shown to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Ancho chilies are rich in beta-carotene and vitamin A. And don’t even get us started about the many benefits of the strawberries themselves!
However, for the record, although no one wants to hear the “M” word (moderation) on V-day, you all know the score when it comes to chocolate, right? Right?
Spiced Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. strawberries (about 20)
- 9 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin coconut oil
- 1 dash ground ancho chili powder
- Water
Directions:
- Wash strawberries, dry completely; set aside.1 lb. strawberries (about 20)
- Line a baking pan with parchment or waxed paper; set aside.
- Place chocolate and coconut oil in heatproof medium bowl; set aside.
- Place 2 to 3 inches of water in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat; turn off heat; set bowl of chocolate over water to melt, stirring occasionally.
- Add chili powder; stir until smooth; remove pan from burner.
- Hold a strawberry by leaf, dip into melted chocolate; lift and twist slightly, letting any excess chocolate fall back into the bowl. Set strawberry on parchment paper. Repeat with remaining strawberries.
- Set strawberries aside for 30 minutes or until chocolate has hardened.
Makes 10 servings, 2 strawberries each.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Nutritional Information:
| Calories | Protein | Fiber | Carbs | Fat Total | Saturated Fat |
| 176 | 2 g | 4 g | 14 g | 12 g | 7 g |
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