Chocolate Covered Raspberries
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Chocolate-covered raspberries are the perfect treat for a romantic Valentine’s Day surprise or a wholesome snack. These elegant bites are made with just 3 simple ingredients. They’re easy to make and visually appealing, sure to impress anyone.
This post includes useful tips on chocolate, storage and more ideas for dipping fruit in chocolate. A full recipe card on how to make chocolate-covered raspberries is at the bottom of this post.
Try these raspberries covered in chocolate and let us know what you think!
What is the best chocolate for dipping?
Chocolate, like many other products, varies from brand to brand and each can give you a different result.
It does not really matter when adding it to the batter in baking, but it can make a huge difference when dipping fruits in chocolate.
If you can, look for couverture chocolate which is made for dipping.
Also, because these chocolate-covered raspberry bites are only a 3-ingredient dessert, it is good to use good-quality chocolate.
Now that being said, you can use what you have good experience with and you know that when melted, it will have a good consistency for dipping raspberries in.
The thick consistency is not what you are after for two reasons: First, you will need to increase the quantity of chocolate as more will stick to each raspberry. Second, it will be harder to coat them and also more time-consuming.
I love using Lindt 70% dark chocolate for making delicious chocolate-dipped raspberries. The rich flavor of Lindt chocolate perfectly complements the tartness of fresh raspberries.
Tips and variations
- Chocolate consistency: Add a teaspoon of coconut oil to the melted chocolate to achieve a smoother chocolate coating. This will make the chocolate glossier and easier to work with.
- Flavor variations: For an extra layer of flavor, insert a small piece of almond into each raspberry before dipping.
- Alternative toppings: Instead of sprinkles, try garnishing with crushed nuts, shredded coconut or a light dusting of sea salt to complement the sweetness of the chocolate and tartness of the raspberries.
How long they will last?
Fully Covered Raspberries: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For optimal freshness, consume within 2 days.
Half-covered/dipped raspberries: Best enjoyed on the same day they’re prepared. If necessary, they can be stored in the refrigerator overnight. However, make sure to use raspberries that are firm to the touch and avoid using any bruised or soft ones. Those will go off pretty fast.
Serving suggestions
- Serve these chocolate-covered raspberries as a standalone treat.
- Use them as a topping for vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt to add a touch of luxury to simple desserts.
FAQ
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute with milk or white chocolate based on your preference. Keep in mind that this will result in a sweeter treat.
It’s not recommended to freeze them, as the texture of the raspberries can become mushy upon thawing and the chocolate may develop a white coating due to temperature changes.
What fruits can I dip in chocolate?
Chocolate pairs beautifully with many fruits! Here are some delicious options to try:
- Strawberries – A classic choice, perfect for romantic treats or special occasions.
- Bananas – We love frozen chocolate-covered banana bites, an easy summer snack.
- Apples – Crisp apple slices coated in chocolate make a sweet and crunchy treat.
- Watermelon – Unexpected but refreshing! Dip small chunks for a unique twist.
- Oranges & Mandarins – Candied orange slices or chocolate-dipped segments offer a citrusy contrast.
- Figs – Fresh or dried, figs taste amazing when coated in dark chocolate.
- Dates – Naturally sweet and chewy, dates taste even better when dipped in chocolate, try stuffing them with peanut butter for extra flavor!
More raspberry recipes you might like
- Raspberry Cheesecake – This no-bake dessert does not contain any gelatin!
- Puff Pastry Hearts – Quick last-minute Valentine’s Day dessert.
- Raspberry Chocolate Parfait – A delicious and easy dessert in a cup!
- Raspberry Almond Bars – These bars are quite addictive once you taste them.
Chocolate Covered Raspberries
Ingredients
- ½ pound raspberries (see note 1)
- 3 ounce dark chocolate (70% cocoa content, 90 grams)
- 1 tablespoon heart-shaped sprinkles (see note 2)
Instructions
- Rinse raspberries under cold running water and place them tip-side-up onto a plate lined with a few sheets of paper kitchen towel. Set them aside.
- Melt chocolate (see note 4) and set aside for later.
- Take each raspberry and get rid of any excess water.
- For fully covered raspberries, dip each raspberry in chocolate, place it onto a tray/flat baking sheet (that you can fit in the fridge) lined with baking parchment and place a few heart-shaped sprinkles on top. Two forks work great for dipping and transferring them onto the tray.
- For half-dipped raspberries, hold a raspberry with your fingers and dip half of it in chocolate (any side you like), place it on a tray and top it with some sprinkles. Repeat with the rest.
- Chill them in the fridge until hard (20-30 minutes should be plenty).
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Use only fresh raspberries that are firm. They will hold their shape better and also should last longer. The quantity may vary. This will depend on whether you dipped them fully or just tip them in the chocolate.
- The sprinkles are optional. You can use other sprinkles instead or omit them completely.
- The quantity will vary, depending on the size and also thickness of your melted chocolate. When your melted chocolate is thick, you will more likely need more of it or you will get less raspberries covered in chocolate. You should get at least 24 fully covered raspberries and about 40 when only dipping half of the berries.
- I always use a double boiler to melt chocolate as it gives me the best results and there is no chance of burning it. If you have good experience with melting chocolate in the microwave, go ahead and use it.
- This recipe can be easily doubled, tripled, …
I think my kids ate about 5,000 of these! So good!!
:)
My boys and I had fun making these! Pretty sure they loved eating them after more but a great project to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
They are pretty addictive alright :)
Strawberries are the go-to, but raspberries make way more sense I think. Thank you for the recipe. Going to make some this weekend!
You are welcome!
Wow! I’m blown away by these – I love choc covered strawberries but I saw this recipe and had to try it. These are my new favs! Choc and raspberries – who knew?!?!
That’s great to hear!
Perfect Valentine day dessert! Love it and I am sure my family will love it too!