This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie Recipe is about to become one of your all time favorite desserts. It's the most perfect chocolate strawberry smoothie for Valentine's Day or any special occasions when hosting!
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The best part?! Not only is this one of the most delicious smoothies you'll ever try, it's also such a great way to get in fresh fruits making it a fun & healthy breakfast option!
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Ingredients
- Frozen Strawberries
- Vanilla or Cookies & Cream Ice Cream
- Chocolate Sauce
Optional: Chocolate-Covered Strawberries, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips & Coconut Oil
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Melt chocolate & dip the rim of the cup.
2. Store the cup in the fridge
3. Blend ingredients until smooth.
4. Pour smoothie into the cup.
Prepare the Chocolate Rim:
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate onto a flat plate and spread it into a circle slightly larger than the rim of your glass.
- Dip the rim of a mocktail or smoothie glass into the chocolate, twisting gently to coat. Use a spoon to create a dripping effect by adding extra chocolate around the edges.
- Place the glass in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the smoothie.
Make the Smoothie:
- In a blender, combine the frozen strawberries, ice cream, and chocolate sauce.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
Assemble and Serve:
- Pour the smoothie into the chilled, chocolate-dipped glass.
- Garnish with a chocolate-covered strawberry and an extra drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired.
Substitutions
Frozen Strawberries: frozen raspberries, frozen blueberries, or fresh strawberries (add ice for a thicker texture).
Vanilla or Cookies & Cream Ice Cream: chocolate ice cream, strawberry ice cream, or dairy-free ice cream such as coconut or almond milk-based.
Chocolate Sauce: Nutella or other chocolate hazelnut spread, caramel sauce or chocolate(milk, semi-sweet or dark).
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or white chocolate chips.
Coconut Oil: butter, vegetable oil, or ghee.
Variations
- Vegan - substitute the ice cream with a vegan ice cream or unsweetened almond milk with ice.
- High Protein - Add chocolate protein powder or any protein powder of choice to make this a chocolate-covered strawberry protein smoothie!
- Chia pudding - Add 1 cup of the smoothie mixture & 4 tablespoon of chia seeds, mix well & leave in the fridge overnight to make a chocolate-covered strawberry smoothie chia pudding!
- More Chocolate - Add some cacao powder if you want a more chocolate flavor.
- Healthy Fats - If you want to add some healthy fats, add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter.
Equipment
- microwave safe bowl
- measuring cups & spoons
- high speed blender
- mocktail/smoothie glass
Storage
Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. For the best texture, reblend with a few ice cubes before serving. Chocolate-dipped glasses should be enjoyed immediately, as the chocolate may soften over time.
3 Top Tips for Success
- Use very cold ingredients: This ensures a thick texture, creamy smoothie texture that holds up well in the chocolate-dipped glass.
- Chill the glass: Place your chocolate-dipped glass in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to set the chocolate and avoid melting when the smoothie is poured in.
- Blend in pulses: Start blending in short pulses to break down the frozen fruit, then blend continuously for a smoother consistency.
FAQ's
Chocolate-covered strawberries will last up to 2-3 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Chocolate-covered strawberries can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months, but their texture may change when thawed.
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate onto a flat plate and spread it into a circle slightly larger than the rim of your glass.
- Dip the rim of a mocktail or smoothie glass into the chocolate, twisting gently to coat. Use a spoon to create a dripping effect by adding extra chocolate around the edges.
- Place the glass in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the smoothie.
- In a blender, combine the frozen strawberries, ice cream, and chocolate sauce.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the smoothie into the chilled, chocolate-dipped glass.
- Garnish with a chocolate-covered strawberry and an extra drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired.
Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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