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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys

Adorable, no-bake Thanksgiving treats made from chocolate-dipped strawberries decorated to look like turkeys. A fun and easy dessert for the whole family.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 turkeys
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Turkeys
  • 1 lb large fresh strawberries with stems on
  • 10 oz chocolate melting wafers dark, milk, or white
  • 1 tsp coconut oil optional, for smoother chocolate
Decorations
  • 1 bag candy corn
  • 1 bag mini marshmallows
  • 1 tube black decorating icing with fine tip
  • 1 bag orange candy melts or miniature chocolate chips for beak

Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Heatproof Bowl
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Wash strawberries and pat completely dry. It is crucial that no water remains on the berries.
  2. Melt chocolate wafers and coconut oil (if using) in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
  3. Holding a strawberry by the stem, dip it into the melted chocolate, coating all sides except the top near the stem. Let excess chocolate drip off.
  4. Place the dipped strawberry, chocolate-side down, on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press gently to create a flat base. Repeat with remaining strawberries.
  5. Refrigerate the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely firm.
  6. While the chocolate sets, cut the mini marshmallows in half on a diagonal to create a sticky surface for the feathers.
  7. Remove strawberries from fridge. Press a marshmallow half (sticky-side out) onto the back of each strawberry. Press 4-5 candy corns into the marshmallow to create the tail feathers.
  8. Use the black icing to draw two eyes on the strawberry tip just below the stem. Attach a small piece of orange candy melt or a mini chocolate chip for the beak.
  9. Return the finished turkeys to the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to let all decorations set fully before serving.

Notes

Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to prevent chocolate from seizing. Turkeys can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.