Description
Chocolate turkeys made from strawberries are the perfect Thanksgiving treat! These fun and festive desserts are easy to make, visually appealing, and delicious. Combining fresh fruit, melted chocolate, and simple candy accents, these chocolate turkeys will be the star of your holiday table. A fun project for kids and adults alike, they’re a sweet and adorable addition to any Thanksgiving gathering.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries
- Semi-sweet or milk chocolate (melted)
- Mini marshmallows
- Pretzel sticks (mini or regular, broken in half)
- Candy eyes (optional)
- Orange frosting or colored icing for the beak
- Red frosting or colored icing for the waddle
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly, leaving the green tops on for positioning.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and melted.
- Dip the Strawberries: Hold each strawberry by the green top and dip the bottom half into the melted chocolate. Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined tray to set.
- Assemble the Turkey: Once the chocolate has set, attach a mini marshmallow at the top of each strawberry to create the turkey’s head. Insert pretzel sticks into the bottom of each strawberry for the turkey legs.
- Decorate: Add candy eyes to the marshmallow head and use orange and red frosting for the beak and waddle. Add additional decorative touches to personalize each turkey.
- Let Set: Allow the chocolate to harden completely at room temperature before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Store chocolate turkeys in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerating them will help them last longer but may cause the chocolate to lose its glossy finish.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare these the day before and keep them in an airtight container.
- Variations: Swap strawberries for other fruits like grapes or bananas. Use white chocolate or mix milk and dark chocolates for different flavors.
- Customization: Change up the decorations by using M&Ms, candy corn, or other colorful treats for the turkey tail feathers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Thanksgiving Treats
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
