Valentine’s Easy Peasy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Don’t fall into the trap of spending a fortune on lavish gifts this Valentine’s Day when you can create something meaningful with your own hands. These chocolate-covered strawberries are easy, delicious, and just fancy enough to feel special without breaking the bank.
My great-grandmother, Arizona Henry, believed deeply in the power of homemade gifts. She taught us that love isn’t measured by price tags, but by intention. Grandma was practical and wise: save your money for bills, for the future, and for building a life, but never miss a chance to show love through something you’ve made yourself. In her kitchen, simple ingredients became heartfelt gifts, and that lesson has stayed with me.
Strawberries themselves are a gift worth celebrating. They’re a delicious addition to any healthy diet and an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese. As a high-fiber, low-calorie snack, strawberries may help reduce the risk of heart disease and support brain health, so this treat feels a little indulgent and a little virtuous.
Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any special occasion, this recipe proves that love, like good food, doesn’t have to be complicated. Grandma would say that the best part isn’t how they look, it’s the love you put into making them. And honestly, she was right.
Valentine’s Easy Peasy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
1 basket of strawberries
1 lb. chocolate candy coating
1 lb. vanilla candy coating
Wax paper
Clean strawberries and chill, then melt candy coating in the microwave following the directions on the package. Dip strawberries in melted chocolate, place on wax paper, and drizzle different-colored coatings over them. You can even use sprinkles to add an additional special touch.
Stacy Schultz is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, a former Morgan County Commissioner and is the author of “It’s Stacy’s Grandma ‘Zona’s recipes” and “Great Grandma Zona’s Wisdom & recipes: Comfort food made easy.” She has been in healthcare for 35 years at War Memorial Hospital.
