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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberries Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe

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A quick and easy snack featuring creamy cottage cheese topped with rich chocolate-covered strawberries, perfect for any occasion and a healthy indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, washed and dried
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional, e.g., toasted almonds or pistachios)
  • 1 tablespoon flaked coconut (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pint of strawberries gently under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Remove the green stems but keep the berries whole.
  2. Place 4 ounces of dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy (about 1-2 minutes total). Alternatively, melt chocolate over a double boiler on low heat. Set aside to cool slightly but not harden.
  3. Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate using a fork or skewer, turning to coat evenly. Let excess drip off, then place on parchment paper-lined tray. Chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes until chocolate sets firm.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese with 1 tablespoon honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. For a smoother texture, pulse in a blender or food processor for 20-30 seconds, but do not overblend.
  5. Spoon the cottage cheese mixture into your serving bowl as the base. Arrange the chocolate-covered strawberries on top. Sprinkle optional chopped nuts and flaked coconut for texture and flavor bursts.

Notes

Dry strawberries thoroughly before dipping to ensure chocolate sticks well. Melt chocolate slowly to avoid burning. Chill coated strawberries to set chocolate firmly. Assemble just before serving to keep textures fresh. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with thick coconut or almond yogurt and use dairy-free chocolate.

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