Craving a decadent treat that won't derail your healthy habits? Look no further than Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercreams. These aren't just any buttercreams; they're a quick, flavorful, and relatively guilt-free delight. I whipped up a batch last night after a long workday, and indulging in just one felt like a mini-vacation. Seriously the easiest thing I've made all week! Get ready to treat yourself!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, my grandmother always had a stash of homemade candies. While she wasn't much into baking, she was a genius with confections. I remember the excitement of sneaking into the kitchen, my little hands reaching for the treasures hidden in the ceramic jar. These candies were her method of spreading love, and she wanted to make everyone happy. These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercreams capture that same magic – simple, sweet, and utterly irresistible. It's like a hug from grandma, but in buttercream form!
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Buttercream:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely ground
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Buttercream: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix well.
- Add Strawberry Flavor: Gradually add the ground freeze-dried strawberries, milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Shape the Buttercreams: Using a candy mold (silicone is best) or a piping bag, fill with the buttercream mixture. If using a bagpipe, cut a 1/2 inch circular opening.
- Chill: Place the prepared buttercreams in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to harden.
- Melt Chocolate: While the buttercreams are chilling, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. (Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.) Make sure not to burn the chocolate.
- Dip Buttercreams: Once the buttercreams are firm, carefully remove each one from the freezer; gently dip each one into the coating of melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered. If using a silicone molds, that come with a tray, gently put them back and then into the freezer.
- Set the Chocolate: Place the dipped buttercreams on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate again until the chocolate is fully set. Usually takes 15 minutes if in the freezer.
- Serve & Enjoy: Once the chocolate is set, remove Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercreams from the refrigerator and enjoy a sweet taste of satisfaction!
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercreams
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix well.1/2 cup unsalted butter, 3 cups powdered sugar
- Gradually add the ground freeze-dried strawberries, milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 Pinch salt
- Using a candy mold (silicone is best) or a piping bag, fill with the buttercream mixture. If using a bagpipe, cut a 1/2 inch circular opening.
- Place the prepared buttercreams in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to harden.
- While the buttercreams are chilling, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. (Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.) Make sure not to burn the chocolate.8 ounces dark chocolate
- Once the buttercreams are firm, carefully remove each one from the freezer; gently dip each one into the coating of melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered. If using a silicone molds, that come with a tray, gently put them back and then into the freezer.8 ounces dark chocolate
- Place the dipped buttercreams on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate again until the chocolate is fully set. Usually takes 15 minutes if in the freezer.
- Once the chocolate is set, remove Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercreams from the refrigerator and enjoy a sweet taste of satisfaction!