Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Step 1 -Dry the outside of the strawberries thoroughly. The chocolate will not stay on the strawberries if they are wet.

Step 2 -Pour the chocolate chips into a microwaveable bowl.

Step 3 -Pour your preferred toppings in separate bowls.

Step 4 -Line a baking sheet pan with parchment or waxed paper.

Step 5 -Microwave the chocolate in 30-second intervals, making sure to stir between intervals, until the chocolate is completely melted.

Step 6 -Hold 1 of the strawberries by the stem, and dip it into the melted chocolate.

Step 7 -Lift the strawberry from the chocolate, giving it a slight twist to help the excess chocolate fall back into the bowl.

Step 8 -Dip the strawberry in your preferred toppings, doing a similar twist as you lift the strawberry out.

Step 9 -Place the dipped strawberry on the prepared sheet tray.

Step 10 -Repeat the process with the rest of the strawberries.

Step 11 -For decoration, dip a fork in the melted white chocolate and use it to drizzle it over the dipped strawberries.

Step 12 -Chill the strawberries in the refrigerator until the chocolate hardens and creates a shell around the strawberries, about 15 minutes.

Step 13 -Serve!