Kitchen Garden

EARLY SUMMER SWEETS AND TREATS

CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES

A good friend of mine made these as appetisers for my wedding a few years ago. They look so beautiful on a serving platter, and they are loved by kids and adults alike.

SERVES 6

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

■ 400g (14oz) strawberries
■ 200g (7oz) dark chocolate
■ 200g (7oz) white chocolate
■ Toppings of choice, such as chopped nuts, coconut, sprinkles or crushed biscuit.

1. Wash and dry the strawberries, then lay them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and leave at room temperature for one hour.

Melt the chocolate. Place the chocolate in a medium-sized glass bowl that can rest on top of a pan without falling in. Pour a couple of inches of water into the pan, place the bowl of chocolate over the top, and bring the water to a boil. Use a

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