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Home / Recipes / Dessert / Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Published February 2, 2015. Last updated February 12, 2020 by Samantha Rowland

Gluten FreeDairy FreeVeganHigh Protein

Iconic Chocolate Covered Strawberries get a HUGE makeover with this recipe. You read the title right, we are making PROTEIN Chocolate Covered Strawberries today! I would say these are just as good as the original but I would be lying. They are better. There is minimal sugar in this recipe. There is 20 grams of protein, and healthy coconut oil evening out the macronutrient profile quite nicely.

5 from 2 votes
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Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries

I’m not sure about you, but there is something so tantalizing about Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Not only are they delicious, but they are also the perfect way to end a romantic meal. Not often do I get so worked up over fruit. But this deserves it’s own little celebration if you ask me.

Perfectly ripe, juicy strawberries covered in luscious chocolate that you can happily eat and enjoy with no aching sweet tooth or sugar high.

 Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries on serving plates

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How to make chocolate covered Strawberries:

Step 1: The process for these strawberries is very similar to dipping regular chocolate covered strawberries. Wash and dry your fruit and allow it to be at room temperature! Make sure you are using ripe strawberries (taste one to be sure).

Step 2: Have a place for your strawberries to rest once they are covered in chocolate. Put down wax paper on a cookie sheet, and make room in the fridge for the cookie sheet before you start this process.

Step 3: Make the chocolate sauce by melting the coconut oil and chocolate chips. Combine the melted coconut oil, protein powder and chocolate chips until a chocolate dipping sauce is formed.

Step 4: Dip the strawberries!! I like to hold the strawberries by the hull and just quickly dip them in the chocolate, allowing the coating to drip off the bottom for a second before laying it on the wax paper. Don’t touch the strawberries once they are on the wax paper. Use a spoon to cover the strawberries when the chocolate gets low.

Step 5: Place the strawberries in the fridge at least 10 minutes before enjoying to allow the chocolate to set up!

 Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries are low sugar

Remember, these are suppose to be a snack, dessert, not a full blown meal. Don’t go crazy, your tummy might hate you if you eat an entire container of strawberries.

Without further ado, I present to you these high protein chocolate covered strawberries. The chocolate is also amazing on pretty much everything. It’s perfect for homemade candy, chocolate drizzle for cakes, cookies, pie, just remember that for it to set up it needs 10 minutes in the fridge to harden.

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Substitutions:

Protein powder: If you do not have or do not want to use chocolate protein powder, you can also use 3 tbsp. of cacao powder in it’s place.

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Protein Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Nothing says I Love You like chocolate covered strawberries. This low sugar, high protein chocolate coating will have you and your sweetie happily enjoying the night without any regrets. Stick to your diet without giving up your favorite dessert!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate covered strawberries, valentines day dessert
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 15
Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder - see notes for substitution
  • 2 1/2 tbsp. coconut oil - melted
  • 1/4 cup dairy free dark chocolate chips - make sure dairy free for vegan
  • 1 package Strawberries - strawberries, washed and patted dry

Instructions

  • Wash and pat strawberries dry. Let berries come to room temperature if possible. This is because cold strawberries will start to harden the chocolate coating when dipping.
  • Place wax paper on a cookie sheet, make room in the fridge for cookie sheet.
  • Melt coconut oil, bringing it to a liquid state in a glass measuring cup or bowl.
  • Add chocolate protein powder and mix well until all the protein powder is dissolved.
  • In a separate small bowl, melt chocolate chips. I use the microwave on high for 30 seconds. I was able to stir the chocolate chips to melting at this point but you can continue in 15 second increments until fully melted and easy to stir.
  • Add the melted chocolate to the coconut oil/protein powder and mix until fully combined.
  • Cover the strawberries in this chocolate by dipping the strawberry quickly into the chocolate and turning it once around, making sure all sides are covered. Allow to drip for a second then transfer to wax paper.
  • When you get to the bottom of the chocolate, use a spoon to coat strawberries. Any leftover chocolate is good on frozen berries, cookies, cakes, homemade protein cookies. You name it!
  • Place strawberries in the fridge at least 10 minutes to set up before eating!

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Notes

If you do not want to use a microwave to melt the chocolate chips, you can also use a double boiler. Place a glass bowl over a simmering pan of water. Make sure the glass is large enough so that it easily sits on the pan and the bottom of the bowl is not touching the simmering water. Once the water is simmering, add the chocolate chips to the bowl and whisk chocolate to distribute the heat. Once melted take off the heat, being careful not to get any water in the chocolate.
Substitutions: 
Protein powder: If you do not have or do not want to use chocolate protein powder, you can also use 3 tbsp. of cacao powder in it's place. 

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
51
Fat
 
3
g
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
Sugar
 
2
g
Protein
 
1
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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Comments

  1. Pragati // Simple Medicine

    February 4, 2015 at 4:22 pm

    I have chocolate protein, chocolate chips. coconut oil AND strawberries. in my kitchen. right now! It’s like it was meant to be. YUM!

    Reply
  2. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment

    February 3, 2015 at 10:18 am

    These look too pretty to eat! :-) Love the protein addition.

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 4, 2015 at 7:55 am

      Trust me they are not, lol :) Thanks chick

      Reply
  3. Kyra @ Vie De La Vegan

    February 3, 2015 at 5:39 am

    5 stars
    These look divine, Sam! I have made chocolate covered strawberries for previous V-Day desserts – I think I made a chocolate with cacao powder, agave syrup and coconut oil. I love how you have used a chocolate protein powder in this one – will have to try that out!

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 4, 2015 at 7:57 am

      Kyra, you version sounds amazing as well! Love cacao powder. I hope you enjoy this version as well! Happy early V-Day :)

      Reply
  4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    February 2, 2015 at 4:55 pm

    I love the protein! What a great idea!

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:05 pm

      Thanks Rebecca!

      Reply
  5. Tina muir

    February 2, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    Oh man this sounds DELICIOUS!!!!! I love the idea of making these a little better for us, they could be dangerous for me ;) Thanks so much for joining us!

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:06 pm

      Tina, dangerous for me too! Sometimes I can get a little crazy with “healthy desserts”. Thanks for hosting!

      Reply
  6. MaryBeth at The Thrive Blog

    February 2, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    5 stars
    Oh, man! This is the greatest idea ever! Protein, fruit, dessert! My kind of food…

    MB

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:06 pm

      So glad you like it!! I’m so glad it worked out so well, they are yummy and gorgeous!

      Reply
  7. Sarah

    February 2, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Love chocolate!! Chocolate covered strawberries are so simple, sweet, and delicious!! Favorite Valentine’s Day dessert… hmm not sure I have a favorite, it would for sure include chocolate though!

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:07 pm

      Yes chocolate for sure!! Love the chocolate recipe you have on the blog today, so yummy!

      Reply
  8. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    February 2, 2015 at 11:14 am

    What’s not to love about choc covered strawberries? Esp when you add protein! Thanks for linking up with us today for Meatless Monday

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:07 pm

      Deborah, thanks for hosting! Chocolate covered strawberries are seriously the best!

      Reply
  9. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    February 2, 2015 at 7:40 am

    Why don’t we just be each other’s Valentine? that would solve so many problems…

    Reply
    • Sam

      February 2, 2015 at 5:09 pm

      YES!!!

      Reply

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