Chocolate-dipped strawberries
Chocolate-dipped strawberries are a simple yet elegant dessert made by coating fresh strawberries in melted chocolate, often dark, milk, or white, and allowing it to harden. This treat originated in the United States and has become a popular, romantic indulgence, especially around Valentine's Day.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is moderate in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the natural sugars in the fruit and the chocolate coating, while providing minimal protein. A typical serving of two large strawberries offers around 100-150 calories and delivers a good dose of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 145 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 50 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 25 µg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3 µg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
Per 4 large strawberries (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chocolate-dipped strawberries are a symbol of luxury and romance, often featured at weddings and upscale events. Nutritionally, the pairing is unique as the antioxidants in both dark chocolate and strawberries can complement each other, offering a treat that feels decadent yet has some beneficial compounds.
