Is there such a thing as healthy chocolate? More and more health researchers agree that there are health benefits of dark chocolate - among them are cell-protecting antioxidants, servings of vital vitamins and minerals, and benefits to the heart. Especially when paired with a highly nutritious fruit rich in fiber and various vitamins such as strawberries, who could disagree that dark chocolate is a healthy indulgence? Enjoy this recipe for a sinfully delicious (yet healthy!) snack.
Dark Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Ingredients and Utensils
8.5 oz bag of dark chocolate
1 quart of strawberries
baking pain covered with wax paper
double boiler
1. Prepare a baking pan with a sheet of waxed paper for the chocolate dipped berries to harden on. Wash strawberries, keeping their stems intact, and let dry thoroughly.
2. Heat chocolate in the double boiler on medium heat, and stir consistently until melted. Remove from heat.
3. Quickly dip the strawberries in the chocolate, place on the baking pan, and let stand until hardened.
*Don't have a double boiler? An easy alternative is to place a glass bowl over a pot of boiling water!
Source: http://www.allchocolate.com/health/basics/