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Where do you put chocolate covered strawberries to dry?
How to Store Chocolate Covered Strawberries, How long will they last? – The best way to store them is on the same baking-paper-lined baking sheet you put them on to harden in the first place in the fridge. Leave them uncovered and in a single layer on a lined baking sheet to avoid from sticking to the baking sheet.
Don’t use aluminum foil because it can easily tear and then you end up with bits of foil on your strawberries. Use either baking paper, a silicone mat or wax paper and store in the refrigerator! They will last as long as the washed strawberries themselves would last. All berries get moldy quite fast (a couple of days) so don’t keep them too long.1-2 days max.Especially considering, chocolate covered strawberries taste best when choosing very ripe soft but not mushy strawberries.
Basically the strawberries that would go bad within 48 hours. Those are the best.
Why is my chocolate not drying?
#1. Why Didn’t My Chocolate Ever Set? – You need to be patient when waiting for dipping chocolates to set, as it can take up to 20 minutes. However, if your chocolate hasn’t set, there are a few reasons why this could be. It could be that your room temperature is too high.
Can I dry chocolate covered strawberries on aluminum foil?
By Caitlin Klein in Food on May 9, 2012 7:00PM – Your mom called. She’s sick of your “hug coupons” and hastily purchased carnations. She wants you to show that you really care this Mother’s Day, so give the poor woman a break and give her the gift of chocolate.
And strawberries. They are very easy to make, and we’ll show you how. Chicagoist’s Simple Chocolate Covered Strawberries You’ll need: 1 container strawberries 12 oz. chocolate chips (semi-sweet, dark, or milk, you know your mama best) Paper towels Wax paper, parchment paper, or aluminum foil Microwave-safe bowl Spatula Directions: 1.
Rinse the strawberries. Lay out the paper towels in a double layer and line the strawberries to dry. It’s very important to have dry berries, or the chocolate won’t stick right. Let the berries dry for 30 minutes or more. They need to be DRY. While they’re drying, grasp the leaves at the top of the strawberry and pull them up – you need a handle to hold while you are dipping.2.
There are lots of tips out there for melting chocolate in a double boiler, but let’s do it in the microwave because it’s easier. Better living through technology or whatever. Place the chocolate chips in the microwave safe bowl (like a large Pyrex bowl) and put in the microwave for 90 seconds on half power.
Remove and stir with the spatula. Return to the microwave and heat again for 30 seconds at a time, stopping to stir after every 30 seconds. Be careful not to scorch the chocolate with too much heating. Stop when the chocolate is smooth and glossy and no lumps remain.
- It is berry important during this stage to make sure that no water comes into contact with the chocolate.
- It will seize up and become a thick, sticky texture.3.
- Line baking sheets with the wax paper, parchment paper, or aluminum foil.
- We tried all three of these, and they all work fine.
- One at a time, grasp each dry strawberry by the leaves and dip it into the chocolate.
Use your fingers or the spatula to remove excess, so you have a thin layer coating each berry. Lay it on the paper to set.4. When you’ve covered all the strawberries, set the baking sheets in the refrigerator. Allow the chocolate to set for at least an hour, but preferably up to 4 hours.
Should washed strawberries be covered in fridge?
Washing strawberries immediately exposes them to moisture, and moisture on fresh berries makes them moldy. Refrigerate unwashed strawberries and only wash berries right before eating them.
How do you keep chocolate covered strawberries from getting watery?
How to Prevent Condensation – To prevent your chocolate covered strawberries from “sweating” you’ll want to avoid refrigerating them as long as possible. However, because you may want to serve them a days after you receive or make them, should you need to refrigerate them, there are some simple steps you can take to avoid condensation.
Step 1: Place a paper towel at the bottom of the container you’ll be storing your dipped berries in. Step 2: Sprinkle baking soda on top of the paper towel. This will absorb any extra moisture. Step 3: Add another sheet of paper towel. Then, place your strawberries on top of the paper towel, within the storage container.
This way they will not touch the baking soda, which could potentially change their flavor. Taking these extra steps is only necessary for making sure the berries look their best. Otherwise, just wrapping them properly in wax paper will suffice for storage. 